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12 Days to the Tariff Deadline: What August 19 Actually Means for Your Wallet

  Published August 7, 2026 Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is back in Washington, Mark Carney says his tone is "quite firm," and the clock is running out on a deal. Here's what's actually on the line — and why it matters even if you've never shipped a case of wine across the border. The countdown: At 12:01 a.m. ET on August 19, new 50% U.S. tariffs are scheduled to hit roughly $20 billion worth of Canadian exports — with or without a deal. What's actually happening on August 19 On July 20, President Trump signed three separate proclamations under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 — a Depression-era provision that had never been used this way before. Each proclamation targets a different Canadian sector the U.S. says is treated unfairly: motor vehicles, alcoholic beverages, and dairy. Every covered good gets hit with an additional 50% tariff the moment it crosses into the U.S. The headline categories get the attention, but the actual product lists — buried ...

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Tesla Raises Prices in Canada by Up to $9,000 Starting February 1

 

Tesla Inc. has announced a significant price increase for its vehicles in Canada, effective February 1. The price hike will impact all trims of the Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X. The most substantial increase will be seen in the Model 3, with prices rising by up to $9,000. Other models, including the Model Y, Model S, and Model X, will see increases of up to $4,000.

Tesla has not provided a specific reason for the price increase, but it coincides with the potential imposition of tariffs by the U.S. government. Additionally, the weakening Canadian dollar and higher costs compared to U.S. pricing have been cited as contributing factors.

This price adjustment comes on the heels of an earlier $1,000 increase in January, which pushed the Model 3 and Model Y out of eligibility for federal electric vehicle incentives. With the federal iZEV rebate program also running out of funds, the cost of purchasing a new Tesla in Canada is set to rise even further.

Tesla enthusiasts and potential buyers are now faced with higher price tags, raising questions about the affordability and demand for electric vehicles in the Canadian market.




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