Statement by the Minister of Finance on the Canadian International Trade Tribunal's report on global imports of canned and frozen vegetables

“The global economy is rapidly changing, and many Canadians are feeling the effects at home. That is why the federal government is hard at work to build the strongest economy in the G7 amid the current global geopolitical uncertainty. "

September 9, 2026 – Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, today issued the following statement:

“The global economy is rapidly changing, and many Canadians are feeling the effects at home. That is why the federal government is hard at work to build the strongest economy in the G7 amid the current global geopolitical uncertainty.

“In this context, on March 13, 2026, the Government of Canada took the exceptional step of directing the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) to initiate a safeguard inquiry to examine whether imports of certain canned and frozen vegetables are causing, or threatening to cause, serious injury to Canadian canned and frozen vegetables producers.

“Today, the CITT issued its report. The government will review it in detail with a view to determine appropriate actions, in accordance with international trade rules, and announce its decision in due course.

“While the government reviews the CITT report, the 10 per cent surtax on global imports of canned vegetables announced on June 10, 2026, remains in place for its maximum duration of 200 days or until it is replaced by final safeguard measures.

“I would like to thank the CITT for its thorough work and careful consideration of the evidence, as well as for providing a comprehensive assessment of the issues before it.

“As we continue to navigate a rapidly evolving global trade environment, our focus remains on protecting Canadian workers, supporting Canadian businesses, and ensuring a level playing field for Canadian producers.”

John Fragos
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance and National Revenue
[email protected]