Sask. Premier Moe Softens Push to Remove EV Tariffs on China

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe speaks to media prior to the first ministers meeting in Saskatoon on June 2, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Liam Richards

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has tempered his call for Ottawa to remove electric vehicle (EV) tariffs on China, saying the issue is “not as simple as that” given the challenge of balancing trade relations with both Beijing and Washington.

Moe, who recently returned from a trade mission to China aimed at addressing the ongoing canola dispute, made the comments on Sept. 16 following a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney and leaders from Canada’s canola industry.