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5 Things to Know Today: Retaliation Tariffs Set for Sept. 8

  Sunday, August 23, 2026 — Here's what's moving Canadian wallets today, from Ottawa's retaliation date to a fresh record for gold. 1. Canada's retaliation tariffs now have a date: Sept. 8 Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Saturday that Canada's "dollar for dollar" response to the new U.S. 50% tariffs will take effect Tuesday, September 8 — the day after Labour Day. Six sectors are named so far: steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics. Ottawa hasn't released the exact tariff rate or the product list yet, saying more details — including a promised support package for affected workers and businesses — are coming "in the coming days." What it means for you: If you buy imported appliances or electronics, or shop U.S. grocery brands in the newly named categories, price watch starts now — but nothing changes at the till until Sept. 8 at the earliest. 2. Markets face their first real test Monday Friday...
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White House Confirms Preventative MRI, Trump in Excellent Health

                                            US President Donald Trump

The White House announced that President Donald Trump recently underwent a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan as a preventative measure. Officials emphasized that the procedure was not prompted by any medical concerns but was part of routine health monitoring.

According to the statement, the president remains in excellent health, with no issues detected during the examination. The administration highlighted that the MRI was conducted to ensure proactive care and to maintain transparency about the president’s medical status.

The announcement comes amid ongoing public interest in presidential health, underscoring the importance of preventative medicine and routine check-ups for leaders in high-stress roles.



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