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Trump threatens 50% tariff, decertifies Canadian aircraft

PUBLISHED Jan 29, 2026, 7:21 PM ET

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WASHINGTON. President Donald Trump threatened Thursday to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian-made aircraft and to decertify Canadian planes, escalating a trade dispute with Canada. He posted on social media that the measures would respond to Ottawa’s refusal to certify Gulfstream jets and would affect Bombardier and all aircraft made in Canada. Earlier this week he warned of a potential 100% tariff over a Canada-China trade issue. Treasury officials later clarified that tariffs would apply only if Canada signed a free-trade deal with China. Companies and markets in both countries monitored reactions. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

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Timeline of Events

Jan. 20, 2026: Mark Carney delivers a speech at the World Economic Forum.
Late January 2026: Trump threatens 100% tariffs over potential Canada-China trade arrangements.
Late January 2026 (Thursday): Trump posts threat to decertify Canadian aircraft and impose a 50% tariff.
Late January 2026: Treasury officials state tariffs would apply only if Canada signed a free-trade deal with China.
Jan. 29, 2026: Multiple outlets publish reports citing Trump’s posts and summarizing the dispute.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 12
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 12

Who Benefited

U.S. manufacturers such as Gulfstream and domestic aerospace suppliers could gain market protection and potential increased orders if tariffs reduce Canadian competition.

Who Impacted

Canadian aerospace firms, including Bombardier, their employees, and cross-border suppliers would face reduced U.S. sales, higher costs, and heightened market uncertainty.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 12
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 12
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

U.S. manufacturers such as Gulfstream and domestic aerospace suppliers could gain market protection and potential increased orders if tariffs reduce Canadian competition.

Who Impacted

Canadian aerospace firms, including Bombardier, their employees, and cross-border suppliers would face reduced U.S. sales, higher costs, and heightened market uncertainty.