Justin Trudeau’s government finalized tariffs on C$16.6 billion (US$12.6 billion) of American goods and pledged money to support companies and workers hurt by U.S. levies on Canadian steel and aluminum exports.

Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland announced on Friday final measures that take effect on Canada’s July 1 national holiday. Products like beer kegs, mustard, and certain jams were removed from the final list, which otherwise doesn’t stray far from an earlier proposal.

The tariffs mirror the value of those imposed by President Donald Trump’s administration. Canada will apply a 25 percent tariff on steel products, and 10 percent on aluminum and consumer goods. The levies will remain in effect until the U.S. eliminates its tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum.


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