CanadaTrump Signs Proclamation Formally Exempting Canadian Aluminum From TariffsSavePrintU.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with steel and aluminum executives at the White House on March 1, 2018, in Washington. AP Photo/Evan VucciThe Canadian Press10/27/2020|Updated: 10/27/2020WASHINGTON, Wash.—Donald Trump has officially let Canadian aluminum producers out of the national-security doghouse—for now.The U.S. president formally signed a proclamation today exempting Canadian aluminum exports from punitive Section 232 tariffs.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesMontreal Police Chief Calls Toronto Officer Arrests a ‘Sad Moment’ for PolicingFeb 10, 2026Ottawa Plans to Add 8,000 New Electric Vehicle Charging Ports in CanadaFeb 10, 2026Pause at NWT Diamond Mine Amid Weak Market ‘Serious News,’ Industry Minister SaysFeb 10, 2026Canadians Awaiting Flights Home as US Oil Blockade Causes Energy Shortage in CubaFeb 10, 2026Related TopicstariffsDonad TrumpproclamationCanadian aluminum