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Canadian support for retaliatory measures grows ahead of imposition of tariffs; favourability of U.S. tanks
Half of Americans say Canada ‘a valued partner and ally’; 15 per cent of Canadians say same of U.S.
Half of Americans say Canada ‘a valued partner and ally’; 15 per cent of Canadians say same of U.S.
March 4, 2025 – As U.S. President Donald Trump addresses congress for the first time in his second presidential term tonight, he’ll likely find a sizable audience north of the border.
It won’t be a favourable one.
New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds Canadians feeling angry (55%), betrayed (37%) and anxious (29%) ahead of the expected implementation of tariffs on Canadian goods entering the United States.
This doesn’t mean that Canadians are feeling defeated, however.
The proportion of those who support retaliatory measures in response to Trump’s tariffs has grown since January. There has been a six- to eight-point increase in support for three policy responses, including a blanket 25-per-cent tariff on U.S. goods (66% support), targeted tariffs on key U.S. imports (70%), and a ban on critical Canadian exports to the U.S. (65%).
These ongoing tensions have pushed Canadian views of Trump and his country to historic lows. Three-quarters view the United States unfavourably (73%), three-times the number who say the opposite (24%). Further, just 17 per cent hold a favourable view of the president, compared to four-in-five (79%) who view him unfavourably.
Link to the poll, and more key findings, here: www.angusreid.org/
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