Canada drops tariffs on US seafood, easing Maine lobster trade tensions

Canada removed seafood and fish products from its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, a move announced Wednesday that offers relief to Maine's lobster industry amid ongoing trade tensions. Canadian officials said the adjustment aims to protect against broader economic harms. The change addresses concerns that a proposed 25% tariff on American lobster would disrupt Maine's fall fishing season, as nearly half the catch is processed in Canada. The Maine Lobstermen's Association welcomed the decision, urging both governments to maintain tariff-free lobster trade. The broader U.S.-Canada trade dispute remains unresolved, affecting billions in goods and straining a historically close economic relationship. Canadian tourism to Maine fell by one-third from 2024 to 2025, while Sen. Susan Collins urged the Trump administration to resume negotiations.