Ontario Premier Doug Ford recently announced the cancellation of a $100 million CAD contract with Elon Musk’s Starlink, aimed at expanding satellite internet to remote parts of the province. This decision followed rising tensions over a looming 25% tariff on Canadian goods, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. In retaliation, Ford declared that no U.S.-based companies would be allowed future contracts in Ontario until the tariffs were lifted, blaming Musk’s close ties to Trump for undermining Canadian families and businesses. While the Ontario government had initially signed the deal in November 2024 to improve internet access, the announcement came just hours before Trump delayed the tariffs for 30 days, following concessions made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Ford’s move underscores the growing trade conflict and its potential impact on international partnerships.
