Finance ministers from across the Canadian federation are meeting in Ottawa today to explore a number of challenges weighing on their economies 91裸聊视频� with a particular focus on the intensifying trade dispute with the United States.

The twice-yearly gathering of finance chiefs comes just days before Canada is set to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products. The federal government91裸聊视频檚 move, a tit-for-tat response to the Trump administration91裸聊视频檚 stinging tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, will take effect Sunday.

The federal, provincial and territorial governments have maintained a common front in dealing with U.S. Donald Trump91裸聊视频檚 protectionist policies, which includes the difficult renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Manitoba Finance Minister Cameron Friesen says it91裸聊视频檚 important for Canada to stand its ground and to speak with one voice on the tariff dispute.

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But when it comes to retaliatory measures, Friesen is urging the feds to look before they leap to ensure they91裸聊视频檙e not unduly exposing Canadian businesses to risks.

Quebec Finance Minister Carlos Leitao says he91裸聊视频檚 keen to discuss possible fiscal measures to support businesses affected by the U.S. tariffs and to reassure firms that Canada is a safe and profitable place to invest.

91裸聊视频淭he key issue in this possible trade war is investment decisions,91裸聊视频� Leitao said before the meeting. 91裸聊视频淔irms are delaying or postponing investment decisions.91裸聊视频�

The finance ministers will also hear a presentation on the Canada-U.S.. relationship from Ottawa91裸聊视频檚 envoy in Washington, David MacNaughton.

The Canadian Press

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