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Ontario Premier Eyes 25% Surcharge on U.S. Electricity Exports

3/7/2025

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford is considering a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota, a direct response to President Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods. This move could spike utility bills and jeopardize electricity reliability in the Northeast U.S., which heavily depends on Canadian power. As trade tensions rise, the future remains uncertain.

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford is considering a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota, a direct response to President Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods. This move could spike utility bills and jeopardize electricity reliability in the Northeast U.S., which heavily depends on Canadian power. As trade tensions rise, the future remains uncertain.