Ottawa Moves to Block ‘Predatory’ Investments as Tariff War Continues

Innovation, Science and Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters as he makes his way to caucus on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on Jan 24, 2025. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

Canada’s industry minister is looking to block what he calls “predatory investment behaviour” as a trade war with the United States continues.

François-Philippe Champagne warned Wednesday that Canadian businesses could be at risk due to the sweeping tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.