Ford says premiers are concerned about Freelands cabinet resignation [Video]

Ontario Premier Doug Ford admits that Chrystia Freeland’s sudden resignation from cabinet has left him and his fellow premiers uneasy as they meet to coordinate their response to incoming U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threat.

“I think we all are, but again, this is a time for the premiers to step up — which we’re going to — and project unity across the country,” Ford said when asked if he was concerned about Freeland’s departure, who serves as deputy prime minister and finance minister.

Ford, the chair of the Council of the Federation, made the comment as he hosted the leaders of Canada’s 13 provinces and territories to discuss Trump’s proposed tax. The president-elect has threatened to impose a 25 per cent levy on Canada and Mexico unless both countries strengthen their borders.

Ford previously wished his counterparts “good luck” in addressing the potential duties, but now says Canada’s premiers are aligned in their approach.

“I believe, after a conversation last night, we have …