REGINA — The premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan say they're disappointed by higher tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump but pleased the majority of their exports won't face duties.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the Canada-United States-Mexico trade agreement remains in place, allowing 95 per cent of his province's exports to move into the United States tariff-free.
He says the agreement staying in effect is very significant and provides Canada with an advantage over other countries facing steeper levies.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the vast majority of her province's products also remain tariff-free, because they also fall under the agreement.
Trump followed through late Thursday on his threat to hit Canada with 35 per cent tariffs — up from 25 per cent — on goods n