The new 50% duties on Canadian products and Canada’s planned reciprocal levies on American imports is causing whiplash and uncertainty ahead of the Q4 gifting season.
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Author: Sara Lavenduski
US, Canada Fail To Reach a Trade Deal
The 50% tariffs on Canadian goods announced in July are now in effect. The Canadian government said it will implement its own retaliatory duties on Sept. 8.
Read MoreTrump Administration Postpones Tariffs on Canada for 3 Days
The 50% levies on approximately $20 billion worth of goods were scheduled to go into effect on Aug. 19. A tentative deal has been reached since they were first announced in July.
Read MoreDependable Product Categories Top H1 ESP Searches in Canada
Distributors favored hard goods like pens, bags and drinkware in the first half of 2026 as economic uncertainty continued.
Read MoreCounselor State of the Industry 2026: Strengthen Your Supplier Network
As distributors narrow their supplier networks, they’re doubling down on trusted partners while still keeping an eye on promising newcomers.
Read MoreSpokane Distributor Displaced by Wildfire
Brayden Jessen of Zome Design has not been able to return to his house, though his company is running normally so far. He’s now planning a fundraiser to help those who’ve lost everything.
Read MoreU.S. Announces New Tariffs on Canadian Goods
The 50% levies on a slew of products will go into effect in 30 days.
Read MoreGalaxy – More Than Balloons Welcomes Devin Martin as National Sales Manager
Martin has more than 25 years of industry experience.
Read MoreASI Show Comes to Chicago This Week
Attendees can participate in education sessions, explore supplier exhibits and hear from Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun during a keynote address.
Read MoreRoyal Apparel Launches Basic Supply Co., a New Sourcing Division
The supplier’s partnership with the classic rock band Rush highlighted the need for more flexible sourcing options and a wider range of price points.
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