Saskatchewan Premier Travels to Washington for Diplomatic Mission Ahead of Tariff Deadline
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is heading back to Washington, D.C. this week along with key industry leaders from his province. Their goal is to ease trade tensions as the U.S. tariff reprieve comes to an end.
Leading a delegation that includes representatives from Cenovus, Enbridge, Cameco, Evraz, Arizona Lithium, Whitecap Resources, North American Helium, and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, the premier and his team will be in the U.S. capital from Feb. 24 to 27 to emphasize Saskatchewan’s crucial role in North American food and energy security, in hopes of averting looming U.S. tariffs.
“I am returning to Washington to continue our efforts in de-escalating the threat of potential tariffs from our largest trading partner, the U.S.,” Moe said in a Feb. 24 press release.
“The relationship between our jurisdictions has mutual benefit, and we are working with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and government representatives on both sides of the border to build and protect our economies,” Moe added.
Earlier this month, Moe visited Washington as part of a joint diplomatic mission with Canada’s premiers. They met with U.S. officials and visited the White House to advocate for tariff-free trade. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston also made a similar trip last week to avert tariffs.
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U.S. President Donald Trump recently paused his threats to impose tariffs on Canada, following commitments from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to enhance border security. However, subsequent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports have been announced, with more potentially on the way as trade deals are reviewed.
Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison will also be in Washington this week to participate in a conference of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.
Moe has opposed broad retaliatory measures by Canada, opting for targeted counter-tariffs as a way to influence U.S. officials, while also supporting actions to address Trump’s border security concerns. Saskatchewan launched a border security plan last month to address these issues.
With $40 billion in annual trade, the United States is Saskatchewan’s largest trading partner. Crude oil, potash, and canola oil are among the province’s top exports. Moe also recently traveled to Mexico to enhance trade relations.
