CANADA VS. AMERICA: THE $155 BILLION TRADE WAR THAT COULD BREAK YOUR BUSINESS (Unless You Read This)

By the RiseWithNorth Editorial Team
Canada’s #1 B2B Intelligence Platform

???????? WAR AT THE BORDER: WHEN THE U.S. ATTACKS, CANADA HITS BACK HARDER

Washington thought Canada would blink. They were wrong.

On April 23, 2025, the United States threatened to hike its 25% tariff on Canadian-made vehicles. That’s right—America wants to kneecap our auto industry under the guise of "protecting domestic jobs."

Canada didn’t flinch. It fired back.

Ottawa slapped a $155 billion tariff package on a long list of U.S. goods—from peanut butter and pulp to motorcycles and makeup. The first $30 billion kicked in February. The next $125 billion is locked, loaded, and waiting for public input.

This isn’t a trade dispute anymore. It’s economic warfare.

???? LINDT'S STRATEGIC SHAKE-UP: A CHOCOLATE COMPANY SHOWS US HOW TO FIGHT BACK

Even chocolate isn’t safe in this trade war.

Lindt & Sprüngli, the Swiss chocolatier with a strong Canadian presence, paused a plan to shift its supply chain away from the U.S. Instead, they’re playing smart: boosting inventory levels locally, hedging against further disruption, and preparing for a world where cross-border trade is no longer a given (Reuters).

Why does that matter?

Because if a global titan like Lindt is pivoting fast, you should be sprinting.

⚙️ YOUR INDUSTRY IS IN THE CROSSFIRE—WHETHER YOU LIKE IT OR NOT

Let’s break down what this means for your business.

• Auto Parts: 25% tariffs on Canadian vehicles will drive up costs. American retaliation means fewer exports, more layoffs, and shattered supply chains.
• Agriculture: Canada’s beef, dairy, and grain sectors are staring down U.S. tariffs. Farmers could lose billions in lost exports.
• Tech & Manufacturing: From semiconductors to machine parts—expect price hikes and delivery delays on everything you once bought cheap from the States.
• Retail & Consumer Goods: Higher costs on U.S. goods = angry customers and tighter margins. Welcome to your new business reality.

????️ RISEWITHNORTH: YOUR TARIFF WAR PLAYBOOK

When bombs are falling, you don’t call your accountant.
You call RiseWithNorth.

We’re not just a B2B platform. We’re Canada’s business defence network. Here’s how we protect you when others panic:

• Find Canadian Suppliers Fast – We help you cut the U.S. out of your supply chain. Our curated B2B marketplace connects you with reliable, vetted Canadian manufacturers and wholesalers.
• Real-Time Trade Intelligence – You’ll get insider updates on every tariff twist, currency shift, and government subsidy that could impact your margins.
• Advocate for Your Interests – Through our platform, you can join Canada’s biggest business voices to shape public consultations and policy decisions.
• Survive the Shake-Up – Learn how to access government grants, tariff rebates, and funding programs before your competition even hears about them.

While others scramble, you’ll be two steps ahead.

???? THE U.S. NEEDS US MORE THAN WE NEED THEM—BUT ONLY IF WE ACT

Here’s a stat no one in Washington likes to admit:

Canada buys more American goods than China, Japan, France, and the UK combined.

Yet they hit us with tariffs like we’re their backyard factory.

This ends here.

Canada’s $155B counterpunch is a statement of sovereignty, and if you’re a Canadian business, you’re now on the front lines of history. What you do next—who you trade with, how fast you adapt, where you get your insights—will decide whether you survive or fall.

✅ WHAT TO DO NOW (Before the Next Round of Tariffs Land)

• ✔️ Audit your supply chain – Identify U.S. dependency and shift to Canadian vendors.
• ✔️ Use RiseWithNorth to find verified local B2B partners.
• ✔️ Subscribe to our Tariff Tracker – We’ll alert you the moment new measures roll out.
• Speak up – Join consultations and let Ottawa know what policies you need to compete.
• Cut the fat – Streamline operations before rising costs bite deeper.

CANADA’S NOT BACKING DOWN. NEITHER SHOULD YOU.

If you’re hoping this tariff war will blow over, we’ve got news for you:
It’s not.

But with the right strategy, you won’t just survive—you’ll thrive.

Join the growing wave of smart Canadian businesses using RiseWithNorth to outmaneuver the chaos.

Get clarity. Get support. Get competitive.

Conclusion: Resilience in the Face of Adversity

The $155 billion tariff package is more than just a retaliatory measure—it’s a testament to Canada’s resilience and commitment to protecting its economic interests. While the immediate effects may be challenging, this strategic response sends a clear message: Canada will not stand idly by when its businesses and workers are unfairly targeted.

For Canadian businesses, this is a pivotal moment to reassess strategies, embrace innovation, and advocate for policies that foster a fair and competitive trade environment. RiseWithNorth stands ready to support you in navigating these turbulent times, providing insights, resources, and a platform to connect with fellow Canadian enterprises. Canada fights with tariffs. You fight with better business decisions.

Join risewithnorth today.