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looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin US Initiates Investigations of Canada and Other Trade Partners Over Failure to Prohibit Forced Labour Imports The US has launched investigations of 60 trade partners, including Canada, to assess whether their failure to prevent the import of goods produced using forced labour disadvantages US businesses. Read more
two men with map walking past shipping crates Bulletin US Supreme Court Rejects IEEPA Tariffs: Key Takeaways for Canadian Businesses The US Supreme Court has invalidated President Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose broad tariffs. The decision is significant, but creates a period of new uncertainty. Read more
looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin Looking Ahead to 2026: A New Era of International Trade As we head into 2026, Canadian businesses confront a new era of international trade brought about by changes in US trade policy and Canada’s own protectionist response, including retaliatory tariffs and import restrictions. These rapid and significant shifts have created substantial challenges for Canadian business operations and supply chains. Read more
texture of old ceiling Bulletin 2026 CUSMA Review Consultation Learn about your opportunity to advocate for your priorities to the Government of Canada in advance of the 2026 CUSMA review. Read more
The Globe and Mail Bulletin U.S. States are shedding shareholder protections. That’s an advantage for Canada Canada’s boardrooms, and strong corporate governance culture, may be a growing competitive advantage in attracting investment capital.  2024 has seen much debate in the U.S. regarding the possibility and implications of “Dexit”.  This is the phenomenon of some U. S. companies deciding to redomi... Read more
Low angle shot of escalators in front of sky scrapers Bulletin Update: “Elbows Up and Anchors Aweigh! “Buy Canadian” is Coming to a Federal Procurement Near You!” The government’s new Buy Canadian policy seeks to set clear obligations (not exceptions) to purchase goods and materials from Canadian suppliers. Read more
two men with map walking past shipping crates Bulletin Changes to Canada’s Retaliatory Tariff Regime: Key Takeaways for Importers Canada has made significant changes to its retaliatory tariffs on US origin goods, most notably by eliminating the 25 per cent surtax on a wide variety of US origin goods first imposed in March 2025. Canada also introduced a number of targeted exemptions, including some that apply retroactively. However, Canadian retaliatory tariffs remain in place on US origin steel, aluminum, and motor vehicles. Read more
two men with map walking past shipping crates Bulletin US Imposes Tariffs on Copper Products: Key Takeaways As of August 1, 2025 the United States will impose universal 50 percent tariffs on imports of semi-finished copper products (e.g. copper pipes, wires, rods, sheets) and copper-intensive derivative products (e.g., pipe fittings, cables, connectors, and electrical components). These tariffs are expected to have a significant impact on Canada’s copper industry and are likely to be expanded in the future. Read more
computer data centre Bulletin Fasken’s Noteworthy News: Privacy & Cybersecurity in Canada, the US, and the EU (June 2025) There have been a lot of updates in privacy and cybersecurity in the last month. Read on to find out what they are. Read more
The M&A Lawyer Bulletin Tariffs, Cross-Border M&A and the “Ordinary Course of Business” What’s the “ordinary course of business” in amid unprecedented cross-border trade tensions? Read more
Canada US Bridge Flags Bulletin Doubling Down on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team discusses the increase to steel and aluminum tariffs and its impacts on Canada-US relations, as well as Canada’s new border security legislation and the appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries. Read more
Ottawa Parliment Building Tulips Bulletin The Court Ruling, A Royal Visit and More In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team provides insights on this week’s Canada-US relations. Read more
Canada-US-Flag Hybrid 100+ Days Into Trump 2.0: Canada Finds Its Feet Back by popular demand, Fasken’s Canada-US panel will reconvene on May 13, 2025 to explore actions and intentions of the United States Government concerning Canada and discuss the Canadian response – political, economic, and social. location location Montréal, QC Webinar or Fasken Montréal Office About the event
Parliament Silhouette Canada Flag Bulletin Bring on the 45th Parliament! In a high-turnout federal Canadian election, which was the first since 1930 that saw two parties each receiving over 40% of the popular vote, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Government was re-elected Monday night, just four seats shy of a majority government. On Tuesday morning, after a lat... Read more
Perspectives Podcast Podcast From The Lobby - Shifting Polls and Tariff Wars In this episode of From the Lobby, host Dan Brock is joined by Fasken Government Relations and Political Law group Alex Steinhouse, Andrew House, and Guy Giorno, along with special guest David Lametti, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Read more
Canada Flag Goverment Building Bulletin One Week since "Liberation Day" A lot has happened since last Wednesday, April 2nd, “Liberation Day,” which we analyzed in our last update. Read more

Overview

Welcome to our dedicated page offering in-depth insight and analysis on key issues impacting Canadian politics, government, and the Canada-U.S. relationship. Here, we explore critical topics such as tariffs, taxation, travel regulations, investment, military procurement, and cross-border M&A, providing valuable insights for all our clients, including in-house counsel and business leaders.

Stay informed with our in-depth analyses, legal bulletins, podcast episodes, and other resources. We update this page frequently with the latest information to help you navigate the evolving relationship between Canada and the United States.

Bulletins & Guides

  • US Initiates Investigations of Canada and Other Trade Partners Over Failure to Prohibit Forced Labour Imports, 4/1/2026
  • Looking Ahead to 2026: A New Era of International Trade, 1/15/2026
  • 2026 CUSMA Review Consultation, 10/23/2025
  • U.S. States are shedding shareholder protections. That’s an advantage for Canada, 10/2/2025
  • Update: “Elbows Up and Anchors Aweigh! “Buy Canadian” is Coming to a Federal Procurement Near You!”, 9/10/2025
  • Changes to Canada’s Retaliatory Tariff Regime: Key Takeaways for Importers, 9/3/2025
  • US Imposes Tariffs on Copper Products: Key Takeaways, 7/31/2025
  • Tariffs, Cross-Border M&A and the “Ordinary Course of Business”, 6/25/2025
  • Good Faith, Contractual Discretion, and Tariffs: What In-House and Corporate Counsel Need to Know, 5/22/2025
  • Do Not Disregard Canadian Unlimited Liability Corporations, 5/8/2025
looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin US Initiates Investigations of Canada and Other Trade Partners Over Failure to Prohibit Forced Labour Imports The US has launched investigations of 60 trade partners, including Canada, to assess whether their failure to prevent the import of goods produced using forced labour disadvantages US businesses. Read more
looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin Looking Ahead to 2026: A New Era of International Trade As we head into 2026, Canadian businesses confront a new era of international trade brought about by changes in US trade policy and Canada’s own protectionist response, including retaliatory tariffs and import restrictions. These rapid and significant shifts have created substantial challenges for Canadian business operations and supply chains. Read more
texture of old ceiling Bulletin 2026 CUSMA Review Consultation Learn about your opportunity to advocate for your priorities to the Government of Canada in advance of the 2026 CUSMA review. Read more
looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin US Initiates Investigations of Canada and Other Trade Partners Over Failure to Prohibit Forced Labour Imports The US has launched investigations of 60 trade partners, including Canada, to assess whether their failure to prevent the import of goods produced using forced labour disadvantages US businesses. Read more
looking down from a distance at railroad transport cars Bulletin Looking Ahead to 2026: A New Era of International Trade As we head into 2026, Canadian businesses confront a new era of international trade brought about by changes in US trade policy and Canada’s own protectionist response, including retaliatory tariffs and import restrictions. These rapid and significant shifts have created substantial challenges for Canadian business operations and supply chains. Read more
texture of old ceiling Bulletin 2026 CUSMA Review Consultation Learn about your opportunity to advocate for your priorities to the Government of Canada in advance of the 2026 CUSMA review. Read more
The Globe and Mail Bulletin U.S. States are shedding shareholder protections. That’s an advantage for Canada Canada’s boardrooms, and strong corporate governance culture, may be a growing competitive advantage in attracting investment capital.  2024 has seen much debate in the U.S. regarding the possibility and implications of “Dexit”.  This is the phenomenon of some U. S. companies deciding to redomi... Read more
Low angle shot of escalators in front of sky scrapers Bulletin Update: “Elbows Up and Anchors Aweigh! “Buy Canadian” is Coming to a Federal Procurement Near You!” The government’s new Buy Canadian policy seeks to set clear obligations (not exceptions) to purchase goods and materials from Canadian suppliers. Read more
two men with map walking past shipping crates Bulletin Changes to Canada’s Retaliatory Tariff Regime: Key Takeaways for Importers Canada has made significant changes to its retaliatory tariffs on US origin goods, most notably by eliminating the 25 per cent surtax on a wide variety of US origin goods first imposed in March 2025. Canada also introduced a number of targeted exemptions, including some that apply retroactively. However, Canadian retaliatory tariffs remain in place on US origin steel, aluminum, and motor vehicles. Read more
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Updates

  • Doubling Down on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, 6/6/2025
  • The Court Ruling, A Royal Visit and More, 5/29/2025
  • Bring on the 45th Parliament!, 5/2/2025
  • From The Lobby - Shifting Polls and Tariff Wars, 4/16/2025
  • One Week since "Liberation Day", 4/11/2025
  • From The Lobby - PM Mark Carney's Leadership Amid US Tariffs, 4/8/2025
  • The early impacts of “Liberation Day”, 4/4/2025
  • Prime Minister Carney’s first days in office, facing the April 2nd global reciprocal tariffs threat, 3/20/2025
  • From The Lobby - Constitutional Questions in Canada’s Federal Election, 3/6/2025
  • Prime Minister Trudeau’s Efforts to Avert US Tariff Imposition, 3/6/2025
Canada US Bridge Flags Bulletin Doubling Down on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team discusses the increase to steel and aluminum tariffs and its impacts on Canada-US relations, as well as Canada’s new border security legislation and the appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries. Read more
Ottawa Parliment Building Tulips Bulletin The Court Ruling, A Royal Visit and More In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team provides insights on this week’s Canada-US relations. Read more
Parliament Silhouette Canada Flag Bulletin Bring on the 45th Parliament! In a high-turnout federal Canadian election, which was the first since 1930 that saw two parties each receiving over 40% of the popular vote, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Government was re-elected Monday night, just four seats shy of a majority government. On Tuesday morning, after a lat... Read more
Canada US Bridge Flags Bulletin Doubling Down on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team discusses the increase to steel and aluminum tariffs and its impacts on Canada-US relations, as well as Canada’s new border security legislation and the appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries. Read more
Ottawa Parliment Building Tulips Bulletin The Court Ruling, A Royal Visit and More In this Canada – Trump Administration 2.0 Update, Alex Steinhouse of the Fasken Government Relations and Political Law team provides insights on this week’s Canada-US relations. Read more
Parliament Silhouette Canada Flag Bulletin Bring on the 45th Parliament! In a high-turnout federal Canadian election, which was the first since 1930 that saw two parties each receiving over 40% of the popular vote, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Government was re-elected Monday night, just four seats shy of a majority government. On Tuesday morning, after a lat... Read more
Perspectives Podcast Podcast From The Lobby - Shifting Polls and Tariff Wars In this episode of From the Lobby, host Dan Brock is joined by Fasken Government Relations and Political Law group Alex Steinhouse, Andrew House, and Guy Giorno, along with special guest David Lametti, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Read more
Canada Flag Goverment Building Bulletin One Week since "Liberation Day" A lot has happened since last Wednesday, April 2nd, “Liberation Day,” which we analyzed in our last update. Read more
Perspectives Podcast Podcast From The Lobby - PM Mark Carney's Leadership Amid US Tariffs This week on From the Lobby, Prime Minister Mark Carney pauses his election campaign to address the escalating crisis caused by global tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. Read more

Webinars, Events & Media

  • 100+ Days Into Trump 2.0: Canada Finds Its Feet, 5/13/2025
  • Alex Steinhouse comments on the judicial challenge to the prorogation of Parliament in CBA National Magazine, 3/10/2025
  • The Canadian Challenge Comes into Sharp Focus: 2025 and Beyond, 2/4/2025
  • The Impact on Canada of the Upcoming US Elections: Change is in the Air, 9/27/2024
Canada-US-Flag Hybrid 100+ Days Into Trump 2.0: Canada Finds Its Feet Back by popular demand, Fasken’s Canada-US panel will reconvene on May 13, 2025 to explore actions and intentions of the United States Government concerning Canada and discuss the Canadian response – political, economic, and social. location location Montréal, QC Webinar or Fasken Montréal Office About the event
MediaCoverage-1 Media Coverage Alex Steinhouse comments on the judicial challenge to the prorogation of Parliament in CBA National Magazine “Federal Court dismisses prorogation challenge but opens the door to future attempts,” by Dale Smith, CBA National Magazine Read more
Canada-US-Flag Hybrid The Canadian Challenge Comes into Sharp Focus: 2025 and Beyond Our esteemed panel will reflect on the seismic changes in the United States, up to and including the January 20, 2025 Inauguration and the initial round of Executive Orders signed by the incoming US President. location location Toronto, ON Webinar or Fasken Toronto Office About the event
Canada-US-Flag Hybrid 100+ Days Into Trump 2.0: Canada Finds Its Feet Back by popular demand, Fasken’s Canada-US panel will reconvene on May 13, 2025 to explore actions and intentions of the United States Government concerning Canada and discuss the Canadian response – political, economic, and social. location location Montréal, QC Webinar or Fasken Montréal Office About the event
MediaCoverage-1 Media Coverage Alex Steinhouse comments on the judicial challenge to the prorogation of Parliament in CBA National Magazine “Federal Court dismisses prorogation challenge but opens the door to future attempts,” by Dale Smith, CBA National Magazine Read more
Canada-US-Flag Hybrid The Canadian Challenge Comes into Sharp Focus: 2025 and Beyond Our esteemed panel will reflect on the seismic changes in the United States, up to and including the January 20, 2025 Inauguration and the initial round of Executive Orders signed by the incoming US President. location location Toronto, ON Webinar or Fasken Toronto Office About the event
US Capitol Building Webinar | In-Person Seminar The Impact on Canada of the Upcoming US Elections: Change is in the Air Fasken's insights into the upcoming US Election - Navigating Trade, Regulation, and Beyond location location Toronto, ON Fasken Toronto Office or Webinar About the event

Archive 2016-2020

  • U.S. Estate Tax repeal – Will it be the “Death” of your planning?, 3/16/2017
Bulletin U.S. Estate Tax repeal – Will it be the “Death” of your planning? U.S. citizens living in Canada need to be alert to the Trump administration's Repeal of the Death Tax This briefing is intended for individuals that could be impacted by this repeal With the recent election of President Trump and with the Republican Party taking control of both the House of R... Read more
Bulletin U.S. Estate Tax repeal – Will it be the “Death” of your planning? U.S. citizens living in Canada need to be alert to the Trump administration's Repeal of the Death Tax This briefing is intended for individuals that could be impacted by this repeal With the recent election of President Trump and with the Republican Party taking control of both the House of R... Read more

Team

  • Daniel Brock, Partner | Leader, Government Relations, Toronto, ON | Ottawa, ON, +1 416 865 4513, [email protected]
  • Guy W. Giorno, Partner | Leader, Political Law, Toronto, ON | Ottawa, ON, +1 613 696 6871, [email protected]
  • Raymond Chrétien, CC, Partner | Strategic Advisor | Corporate/Commercial, Montréal, QC, +1 514 397 5230, [email protected]
  • Claudia Feldkamp, Counsel | Corporate Social Responsibility, Toronto, ON, +1 416 868 3435, [email protected]
  • Christine Elliott, KC, Counsel | Health, Toronto, ON, +1 416 865 5436, [email protected]
  • Alex Steinhouse, Counsel | Government Relations and Strategy, Montréal, QC, +1 514 397 4356, [email protected]
  • Marcia Mills, Partner | Co-Leader, National Security and Defence Group, Ottawa, ON | Toronto, ON, +1 613 696 6881, [email protected]
  • Clifford Sosnow, Partner | International Trade and Investment Law, Toronto, ON | Ottawa, ON, +1 613 696 6876, [email protected]
  • Andrew D. House, Partner | Co-Leader, National Security and Defence Group, Ottawa, ON | Toronto, ON, +1 613 696 6885, [email protected]
  • Michael D. Harris, Senior Business Advisor | Corporate/Commercial, Toronto, ON, +1 416 865 4535, [email protected]
Daniel Brock Toronto Lawyer Daniel Brock Partner | Leader, Government Relations Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON +1 416 865 4513
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Guy Giorno Ottawa Lawyer Guy W. Giorno Partner | Leader, Political Law Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON +1 613 696 6871
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Raymond Chrétien Associé/Partner Montréal Raymond Chrétien, CC Partner | Strategic Advisor | Corporate/Commercial Montréal, QC +1 514 397 5230
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Daniel Brock Toronto Lawyer Daniel Brock Partner | Leader, Government Relations Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON +1 416 865 4513
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Guy Giorno Ottawa Lawyer Guy W. Giorno Partner | Leader, Political Law Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON +1 613 696 6871
+1 416 865 5164
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Raymond Chrétien Associé/Partner Montréal Raymond Chrétien, CC Partner | Strategic Advisor | Corporate/Commercial Montréal, QC +1 514 397 5230
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Claudia Feldkamp Toronto Lawyer Claudia Feldkamp Counsel | Corporate Social Responsibility Toronto, ON +1 416 868 3435
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Christine Elliott Toronto Counsel Christine Elliott, KC Counsel | Health Toronto, ON +1 416 865 5436
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Alex Steinhouse, Counsel | Government Relations and Strategy Alex Steinhouse Counsel | Government Relations and Strategy Montréal, QC +1 514 397 4356
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