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N.S. government says U.S. tariff threat 'wake-up call' as legislature opens


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, February 14th 2025 at 11:21 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Nova Scotia's legislature has opened with a throne speech describing the threat of United States tariffs as a "wake-up call" to do more to diversify and develop the province's economy.

The Nova Scotia government, as the legislature opened, expressed concerns over the potential U.S. tariff threats on Canadian exports, particularly in the forestry sector, labeling it a "wake-up call" for the province's economy. Premier Tim Houston highlighted the need for economic diversification and resilience in light of these threats. The government is focusing on creating a more sustainable and diverse economic base to mitigate the impact of such external pressures. This comes at a time when the province is also dealing with other issues like healthcare, housing, and climate change, with the government promising to address these through new legislation and policy initiatives.

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