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Business Lobby Group Warns Ottawa Digital Services Tax Could Jeopardize Trade Talks

  • The Business Council of Canada warns that Ottawa’s digital services tax may damage trade relations with the U.S. and affect the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement review in 2026.
  • The U.S. sees the tax as discriminatory, potentially leading to retaliatory measures.
  • Despite concerns, Canadian ministers argue the tax complies with trade obligations, facing criticism from business groups on both sides.