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Ontario Fights Trump’s 100% Tariff Threat to Film Industry

5/7/2025

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Ontario officials are addressing President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, threatening the $3 billion film industry.
Minister Vic Fedeli will advocate against the tariffs in Washington, highlighting risks to local jobs and productions.
Experts caution that these tariffs could severely harm Canada's film sector, which depends on foreign productions.
Premier Doug Ford condemned Trump's proposal as "unbelievable" and harmful to international film collaboration.

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Ontario officials are addressing President Trump's proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, threatening the $3 billion film industry.
Minister Vic Fedeli will advocate against the tariffs in Washington, highlighting risks to local jobs and productions.
Experts caution that these tariffs could severely harm Canada's film sector, which depends on foreign productions.
Premier Doug Ford condemned Trump's proposal as "unbelievable" and harmful to international film collaboration.