Tariffs and trade: Canada-U.S. brief

Torys’ Canadian and New York offices will be providing regular briefs on the legal ramifications of the tariffs and other cross-border policy developments on the horizon.

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Developing topics

Podcast
Q&A with Canada’s former chief trade negotiator Steve Verheul
In this wide-ranging discussion, Verheul outlines key considerations for Canada as changing trade relations bring challenge and opportunity.
Brief
U.S. domestic legal challenges to tariffs: state of play
Amid a turbulent international trade environment, a range of U.S. domestic litigation has commenced against U.S. tariffs. Our New York office gives us their analysis.
Brief
2025 federal election in review
The Canadian federal election takes on particular importance amid the current geopolitical environment. We provide an analysis of the results and what may be on the horizon.
Brief
Digital infrastructure and data sovereignty as national priority projects
A new focus is emerging from governments and industry on ensuring Canada keeps pace with digital infrastructure—with investment opportunities across a variety of asset classes.
Quarterly
The right moment for big ambitions: Accelerating national priority projects
Now is the time for Canada to seize the moment and drive national priority projects. Our multidisciplinary team provides their analysis of the next steps that Canadian industry, government and business can take.
Brief
Use the force (majeure)? Considering the application of force majeure clauses to tariffs
Will force majeure provisions in contracts be sufficient for businesses to not perform contract obligations that are impacted by tariffs? Our cross-border team examines recent case law.

Previously distributed

In January shortly after inauguration, President Trump issued his far-reaching “America First Trade Policy” mandating a comprehensive review of U.S. trade relationships, with specific focus on Canada, Mexico, and China. Below is further commentary covering a wide range of issues resulting from this and other executive orders and policy announcements.