Could Trump impose tariffs on electricity? Electricity Canada says it’s not that simple

Canada and the U.S. have had integrated electricity since grids were first built. Tariffs would be unfavourable to both

Angela Amato, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Angela Amato is a Métis reporter based in Edmonton. Prior to joining the IJF, she worked as a general assignment reporter at the Regina Leader-Post and with the Canadian Press.
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Angela Amato, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

31 January, 2025 • 4 min read

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Because Canada and the U.S. have an integrated system for sharing electricity, tariffs could impact reliability and costs for both. (The Canadian Press/Christinne Muschi)

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While details on U.S. President Donald Trump’s two-stage tariff plan remain obscure, Canadians are wondering which of their bills might go up. Groceries? Fuel? What about electricity?

Michael Powell, vice president of government relations at Electricity Canada, said tariffs on electricity aren’t as simple as planting a 25 per cent tax on auto parts or dairy.

Could Trump impose tariffs on electricity? Electricity Canada says it’s not that simple

Angela Amato, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Angela Amato, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

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