Juno News

Juno News

Ford backs down on U.S. electricity fees after Trump’s threat to double tariffs

Premier Ford has suspended his planned 25 per cent electricity surcharge on energy exports to the U.S. Ford backed down after President Trump vowed to double tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel.

Clayton DeMaine
Mar 12, 2025
∙ Paid
Source: Facebook

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has suspended his planned 25 per cent electricity surcharge on energy exports to the U.S. Premier Ford backed down after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to double tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel starting Wednesday.

Ford made the announcement Tuesday at Queen’s Park, stating that the fee suspension came a…

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Candice Malcolm.

Or purchase a paid subscription.
© 2026 Candice Malcolm · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture