Trade Regulations & Tariffs

Rising oil prices can lead to higher freight rates, increased fuel costs and higher food prices.

Food consumption for Canadian products was up 2% last year, while American products were down 2%.

Health Canada report is being framed as further evidence that licensed retailers can be trusted partners in public health enforcement—while tougher action is needed against illegal sellers.

Police warn the illegal tobacco trade is often closely connected to organized crime.

The 2% increase is set to take effect April 1 under the federal government’s automatic alcohol escalator tax.

Health Canada finds convenience and gas retailers recorded some of the highest compliance rates in the country, notes United Korean Commerce Industry Association of Canada.

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday Ottawa pitched the new plan as a transformation of Canada's auto sector, which has been battered for months by U.S. tariffs.

Decisions affects six items, including straws, grocery bags, stir sticks and the six-pack rings used to hold soda and beer cans.