But the US is the bigger country just next to it, also the most practical to trade with. Trading with country further appart means less efficient in transport. Is it not still self inflicted harm?
But economic considerations are not the only ones. Opposition to the American Revolution is a fundamental theme in Canadian history. People shouldn't be surprised when Canada acts accordingly.
There are no winners in the trade war.
Not after factoring in the 35%-50% tarrif Trump has imposed on many Canadian goods.