Quebec urged to hike U.S. power rates as Trump threatens new tariffs

Canada August 24, 2026 10:02 PM

President Donald Trump lashed out at Canada and threatened new tariffs on Monday morning, as a Quebec opposition party said the province should use its hydroelectricity as leverage against the United States.

As the trade war escalates, the province should increase Hydro-Québec electricity rates for exports, said Québec solidaire co-spokesperson Ruba Ghazal.

“Quebec can no longer be content with picking up the pieces and turning the other cheek,” she said.

Quebec urged to hike U.S. power rates as Trump threatens new tariffs

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