The Manitoba government is responding to the latest U.S. tariffs and escalating trade threats from the Trump administration with more than $100 million in targeted supports to protect Manitoba workers, businesses and producers, Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation Minister Jamie Moses and Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.
“Canadians are united in the face of growing threats to our economy and sovereignty from the Trump administration,” said Moses. “Our government is working closely with our federal counterparts to support Manitoba workers, businesses and producers through this period of uncertainty. We encourage Manitobans to continue buying local and supporting homegrown industries as we work together to strengthen our economy.”
The latest escalation in U.S. tariffs is expected to impact a wide range of Manitoba industries, the ministers noted, including manufacturing, agri-food, transportation, construction, wholesale trade, aerospace, forestry, steel, machinery, beverages and related supply chains.
“Our agriculture sector is a cornerstone of Manitoba’s economy and vital to the future of our province,” said Kostyshyn. “We will continue working alongside Manitoba producers to ensure agriculture remains strong, competitive and growing for generations to come.”
The Manitoba government’s response includes targeted measures to help businesses manage cash flow pressures, retain workers, explore new export opportunities and diversify markets.
Additional supports will assist Manitoba producers and provide tax relief to help businesses remain competitive, protect jobs and navigate ongoing trade uncertainty.
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