Multi-source·Jul 21, 2026·3 sources analyzed
New 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods start August 19
President Trump signed Section 338 proclamations imposing 50 percent tariffs on covered Canadian goods, including motor vehicles, alcohol, and dairy products, unless the administration changes course before the August 19 effective date.
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officialwhitehouse.govFact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Imposes Additional Tariffs on Canadaofficialwhitehouse.govImposing Additional Duties to Offset Canadian Discrimination Against the Commerce of the United States With Respect to Motor Vehiclesnewsapnews.comTrump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods