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Canada prepares for higher prices and mirror tariffs
Canadian citizens have overwhelmingly backed Prime Minister Mark Carney’s tough trade stance. The public is prepared to tolerate inflation and higher prices for everyday goods rather than yield to pressure from Washington.
A new Nanos Research poll for The Globe and Mail shows 85% of Canadians approve of the government’s rejection of the trade deal proposed by the United States. A further 80% of respondents support the imposition of mirror tariffs on a broad range of American goods. Ottawa’s retaliatory measures should have taken effect on Tuesday.
The data showed Canadians are willing to pay for geopolitical disputes out of their own pockets. About 70% of those surveyed said they are prepared to pay more for basic purchases to strengthen the country’s bargaining position. At the same time, two‑thirds of the population acknowledged serious concern about the impact of the new tariffs on household budgets. Despite financial worries, 60% believe Ottawa can defend the nation’s economic interests.
Bilateral talks collapsed last month. Carney withdrew the Canadian delegation, calling US demands unacceptable. The irreconcilable disputes covered a wide spectrum of issues, from import duties on trucks to mechanisms for protecting the French language.
Against the backdrop of the protracted conflict, trust in the southern neighbor has fallen sharply. Three‑quarters of Canadians no longer view the US as a reliable ally. Nevertheless, long‑term pragmatism remains: more than 60% expect bilateral relations to be restored within the next five years.
Published 09 September 2026
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