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Ottawa Backs Down on Digital Tax Dispute Amid Pressure from Trump White House

Canada has reportedly agreed to delay its planned digital services tax (DST) following pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, according to a recent statement from the White House. The tax, which was originally slated to target tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Google, had been a major sticking point in U.S.-Canada trade discussions. The White House claimed Canada “caved” to U.S. demands after months of negotiations, with Trump’s team arguing the tax unfairly targeted American firms. The Canadian government, however, framed the delay as a strategic move to preserve economic stability and avoid retaliatory tariffs. Critics within Canada argue that the government’s decision reflects a growing trend of yielding to U.S. economic influence, while others say the delay is pragmatic given ongoing global talks about a coordinated approach to taxing digital revenues. The issue remains contentious, and observers are watching closely to see whether Canada will revive th...
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Trans Mountain's $1.25-Billion Payment: A Boost for Canada's Energy Vision

Trans Mountain Corp. is set to pay the federal government $1.25 billion in 2025, marking a significant financial milestone for the federally owned oil pipeline. This payment is largely attributed to record shipments on the expanded pipeline system and a refinancing deal that has reduced costs.

Since the commercial launch of the expanded pipeline system on May 1, 2024, Trans Mountain has seen an average daily throughput of 757,000 barrels in the first quarter of 2025, reaching 90% capacity in March. The refinancing deal, executed in December 2024, allowed Canada TMP Finance Ltd. to repay $17.9 billion in debt, reducing interest costs and aligning Trans Mountain’s financial structure with industry standards.

Trans Mountain’s chief executive, Mark Maki, emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting Ottawa’s vision of making Canada an energy superpower. With increased revenue and optimized operations, the pipeline is expected to play a crucial role in the country’s energy sector moving forward.

This financial development underscores the pipeline’s growing impact on Canada’s economy and energy infrastructure, setting the stage for further expansion and investment in the years ahead.

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