This page summarises current tariff measures and recent provincial announcements, with links to official sources.
Current tariff measures
Canadian counter-tariffs are in effect. Since September 8, 2026, Canada has applied rates of 15%, 25% or 50% to listed U.S.-origin goods. Covered sectors include steel and aluminum, appliances, agricultural equipment, paper products, plastics and electronics. Existing automotive counter-tariffs also continue. Source: current Canadian product list and rates.
U.S. tariffs vary by product. Measures include a 10% Section 301 tariff on non-exempt goods, sector-specific Section 232 tariffs, and an additional 50% Section 338 tariff on listed Canadian goods. Exemptions differ across these measures. CUSMA compliance does not exempt goods from Section 338 tariffs. Source: Trade Commissioner Service's current overview.
October 30 changes affect U.S. tariff coverage. Following an October 23 announcement, the U.S. added and removed products from its 50% Section 338 tariff list, effective October 30, 2026. Additions include certain powered hand tools, air conditioning machines, freezers and floor coverings. Removals include plywood, certain packaging products and some industrial machinery. These measures apply to Canadian exports to the U.S. Section 338 duties continue to apply in addition to Section 232 duties where both cover a product. Current U.S. measures and product coverage.
Tariff relief includes eligible public safety imports. Existing remission provisions cover eligible goods imported for use by firefighting, law enforcement and emergency response services for qualifying public safety purposes. This temporary relief runs through June 30, 2027, subject to eligibility and documentation requirements. Relief is claimed through the CBSA. Current tariff relief and CBSA eligibility and claim instructions.
Updated Canadian tariff remission resource. Finance Canada published Version 1 of its Consolidated List of Remission on U.S. Surtaxes, dated November 3, 2026. The list includes updated product-specific and importer-specific schedules, a new schedule for importer-specific relief on goods imported on or after September 8, 2026, and exclusions from certain general relief provisions. Check the applicable schedule and conditions when assessing eligibility. Consolidated remission list.
Earlier developments
Selected announcements and effective dates. Each entry records the position on the stated date.
- July 24, 2026: The U.S. introduced Section 301 tariffs of 10% on non-exempt goods, replacing the Section 122 tariffs expiring the same day. Trade Commissioner Service.
- August 22, 2026: U.S. Section 338 tariffs of 50% took effect on listed Canadian products. Trade Commissioner Service.
- August 25, 2026: Canada announced counter-tariffs of 15%, 25% and 50% on specified U.S.-origin goods, with a September 8 effective date. Department of Finance Canada.
- September 8, 2026: The new Canadian counter-tariffs took effect. Department of Finance Canada.
- September 15, 2026: The U.S. revised Section 338 product coverage and applied these duties in addition to Section 232 duties where both covered a product. White House.
- September 29, 2026: U.S. import bans took effect on specified Canadian products, including alcoholic beverages, dairy ingredients and motorcycles. Trade Commissioner Service.
- October 30, 2026: Changes to the U.S. Section 338 product list took effect following an October 23 announcement. Certain tools, appliances and floor coverings were added, while plywood, certain packaging products and some industrial machinery were removed. Trade Commissioner Service.
- November 3, 2026: Finance Canada published Version 1 of the Consolidated List of Remission on U.S. Surtaxes, including updated relief schedules. Department of Finance Canada.