(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – In a surprising twist and a win for President Donald Trump, Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford has put off the 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S., creating a new chapter in U.S.-Canada trade relations.
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It’s a reaction to President Trump’s imposing tariffs on Canadian goods.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on March 11, 2025, the suspension of a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States.
The decision comes after President Trump imposed a 25% duty on Canadian aluminum and steel—a major point of contention in U.S.-Canada trade relations.
This tariff move by the U.S. had the potential to strain trade further, but Ford decided to act in favor of negotiation.
In response, Ontario agreed to suspend its 25 percent surcharge on exports of electricity to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota.
The dialogue between Ford and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick proved fruitful, with both parties agreeing to reopen trade talks, seeking mutual economic benefit, The New York Post reports.
The discussions aim to revisit the USMCA framework, with a planned meeting in Washington involving U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Ford, and Lutnick.
These negotiations represent a pivotal moment to protect and promote U.S. interests.
In February, a similar halt in tariffs occurred after Canada agreed to increased border security measures.
Meanwhile, President Trump has levied threats of further increases, potentially pushing tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum up to 50%, while also eyeing the auto industry and dairy products.
“He has called, and he said he’s not going to do that … it would’ve been a very bad thing if he did, and he’s not going to do that, so I respect that,” Trump noted about Ford backing down from the surcharge, cited by The Hill.
The global market nervously watches these developments, fearing potential recession-inducing instability.
While exemptions for car parts under the current trade agreements have been agreed upon, lingering uncertainty could affect industries on both sides of the border.
The United States continues to import more steel and aluminum from Canada than any other country—a clear indicator of their trade significance.
For now, all eyes are on Ford’s next moves and how Trump will respond in April when potential new tariffs on autos and other goods are due for consideration.
Doug Ford caves to President Trump and announces he is suspending his tariffs on electricity pic.twitter.com/Z5Qwz6bPQb
— The Pleb 🌍 Reporter (@truckdriverpleb) March 11, 2025
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