For real or posturing? Business commentator gives thoughts on steel tariffs

Steel tariffs will have a widespread effect on prices, but it's still unknown if they will actually happen or if it's just posturing, says Golden West Radio business commentator Paul Martin. 

Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to impose steel tariffs on Canadian steel starting March 12. 

For real or posturing? Business commentator gives thoughts on steel tariffs

Steel tariffs will have a widespread effect on prices, but it's still unknown if they will actually happen or if it's just posturing, says Golden West Radio business commentator Paul Martin. 

Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to impose steel tariffs on Canadian steel starting March 12. 

Premier responds to U.S. tariff threats

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says Saskatchewan is continuing to call for a "de-escalation" of the potential trade war with the United States.

Moe spoke to the media on Monday morning, saying he supported the federal government's first round of retaliatory tariffs. However, later in the day, the federal government was able to buy more time with a 30-day postponement.

Premier responds to U.S. tariff threats

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says Saskatchewan is continuing to call for a "de-escalation" of the potential trade war with the United States.

Moe spoke to the media on Monday morning, saying he supported the federal government's first round of retaliatory tariffs. However, later in the day, the federal government was able to buy more time with a 30-day postponement.

CAA finds travel to the U.S. is status quo through trade uncertainty

As people look to curb their spending habits amid a possible trade war with the United States, some may reconsider their travel plans. 

Terry Kaszas, general manager of travel services with CAA Saskatchewan, said travel to the United States has remained steady, and they have not seen any unusual cancellations. 

That said, he offered a few alternatives for those who may want to avoid traveling south of the border. 

CAA finds travel to the U.S. is status quo through trade uncertainty

As people look to curb their spending habits amid a possible trade war with the United States, some may reconsider their travel plans. 

Terry Kaszas, general manager of travel services with CAA Saskatchewan, said travel to the United States has remained steady, and they have not seen any unusual cancellations. 

That said, he offered a few alternatives for those who may want to avoid traveling south of the border.