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  Vehicle prices in Canada are already up thousands of dollars since the trade war began. A threatened doubling of auto tariffs on January 1, 2027 could push them higher still — here's what's confirmed, what's not, and what it means if you're in the market for a car. On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that tariffs on all Canadian-made cars, trucks, auto parts, and steel would rise to 50% starting January 1, 2027 — effectively doubling the current 25% rate. The threat landed hours after cross-border trade talks collapsed late Friday night, triggering a separate round of 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion of other Canadian goods and a promised Canadian retaliation package set for September 8. For anyone shopping for a new or used vehicle in Ontario — or watching an auto-sector paycheque — here's what's actually changed, and what's still just a threat. What Trump actually announced The post is specific on rate and date but light on me...
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MDA CEO Cashes In $35.7M from Stock Options Ahead of Share Price Drop

 

                                           MDA CEO Michael Greenley at the company’s Brampton facility in 2021.  


MDA Space Ltd.’s chief executive realized a windfall of $35.7 million from exercising company stock options shortly before the aerospace and defense firm’s share price declined. The transaction, disclosed in recent filings, came as MDA’s stock had been trading near record highs, buoyed by strong contract wins and optimistic market sentiment.

The timing of the sale — preceding a notable pullback in the company’s value — has drawn attention from investors and analysts, though there is no indication of wrongdoing. Executive stock option exercises are common in corporate leadership, often tied to long-term incentive plans and performance milestones.

MDA, a key player in Canada’s space technology sector, has seen its shares fluctuate in recent months amid broader market volatility and shifting investor appetite for high-growth aerospace ventures. The company continues to pursue major government and commercial contracts, positioning itself as a leader in satellite systems, robotics, and space infrastructure.


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