When there are (U.S.) actions that are taken, we always have to make sure that our response is proportionate. We don’t want to escalate, but we, at the same time, want to make sure we have a level playing field with American companies who want to sell into Canada.
Discussing Canada's approach to U.S. tariffs.
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