NS Premier Pushing for Removal of Trade Barriers within Canada

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:30 AM

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is pushing for the removal of trade barriers within Canada amid tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Houston expressed his disappointment with the lack of urgency from some trade ministers during a meeting in Toronto. He believes progress can be made in eliminating trade barriers and has introduced legislation to do so. Ontario and British Columbia are supportive, while Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba are considering the proposal.

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