Customs tariffs: The opposition criticizes David Eby’s position

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John Rustad, the leader of the Conservative Party of British Columbia, believes that David Eby is endangering the population of the province by not working with the Americans.

In a video posted on social networks, the provincial opposition leader believes that everything must be done to stop the circulation of drugs across borders and problems at ports.

The province’s premier called Donald Trump’s tariffs attacks against the provinces and Canada and declaration of economic war.

According to provincial estimates, American tariffs and a Canadian reciprocal would cause British Columbia $69 billion in economic losses, if a trade war lasted during Trump’s term in office.

David Eby said Thursday his government’s top priority is ensuring the province is prepared to respond to tariffs in a way that protects families.

According to John Rusdad, borders must be protected to stop the flow of fentanyl.

In 2024, seizures of fentanyl made at border crossings and offices located in Portlant, Seattle and Spokane amounted to a total of 12 kg, according to US statistics.

With information from The Canadian Press