Chinese EVs in Canada? Keep calm and carry on

A few EV models imported from China is hardly a threat to Canada’s automotive industry in the short and medium term

February 9, 2026

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During Mark Carney's visit to China in January this year, Canada and China entered into an agreement that would allow import of nearly 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) into the Canadian market. The cars will be imported at a tariff rate of 6.1 per cent, increasing to 70,000 over a five-year period. The deal has fuelled concerns among industry and labour leaders that it could lead to job losses and affect sales of domestically produced cars and parts.

In this op-ed published in the Financial Post, Patrick Leblond and Liam Ibbott attempt to address these concerns and …

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