Manitoba industry leaders want tariffs to remain ‘top of mind’ in talks following PM’s resignation [Video]

The unexpected but long-awaited resignation of Canada’s prime minister has ushered in a series of economic questions and uncertainties, including in Manitoba.

Justin Trudeau stepped down as leader of the federal Liberals on Monday, ending a nearly decade-long run as Canada’s prime minister, and his impending departure — he will stay on as party leader and prime minister until his successor is chosen — adds a new wrinkle to Canada’s response to Donald Trump’s tariff threat.

Regardless of who becomes the prime minister, industry leaders in the province want the country’s next leader to hear their voices.

Andrea Ladouceur, president of the Bioscience Association of Manitoba, said the hefty 25 per cent tariffs that the U.S. president-elect threatened Canada with in November would be detrimental to business in the province.

“If a leadership race is happening … for our companies, it’s very important that they’re top of mind in any conversation related to tariffs …