The Government of Canada must revisit the 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) to align with our national goal of having 20 percent of vehicles being zero-emission by 2026. This current tariff not only hinders our environmental objectives but also restricts the diversity in our EV market, making it more challenging for Canadians to access affordable and varied options for green vehicles. By signing this petition, you are supporting a potential saving of 10-30% of price reduction on EVs. 

The United States has imposed tariffs on Canadian-made vehicles, impacting our automotive industry. In response, Canada needs to diversify its economic relationships, particularly in the clean energy sector, by establishing stronger ties with China, the world’s largest EV producer. Importing Chinese EVs without such prohibitive tariffs can lead to increased competition, lowering prices for consumers and expediting our transition to cleaner transportation options.

Moreover, reducing or removing this tariff can encourage China to ease their taxes on Canadian products such as canola oil. This can significantly benefit Canadian farmers and bolster agricultural trade, reinforcing a balanced and reciprocal economic relationship between both nations.

The potential positive impact of lifting this tariff is immense: it supports climate goals, benefits consumers, diversifies our trade options, and aids in agricultural prosperity. This is a strategic step toward enhancing Canada's environmental policies and trade relations in a manner that encourages economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Sign this petition to urge the Canadian government to remove the 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, and do a phased approach to work towards to be part of the EV supply chain fostering a greener future and a stronger economy. Ultimately, we want to reach a point where majority of the EVs are made by Canadians for Canadians. 

Below are some key facts:

In October 2024, Canada unilaterally imposed a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles due to pressure from the US. As a result, in August 2025, China imposed a 75.8% tariff on Canadian canola, primarily produced in Saskatchewan.

The economy of Saskatchewan is on the brink of collapse, if this is not rectified, and the Premier of Saskatchewan has called on the Canadian government to reduce electric vehicle tariffs in exchange for canola tariffs. He was in China this past week for discussions.

Canada produces 1.5 million vehicles annually, with over 85% exported to the United States. Less than 10% remain in the domestic market after other exports, as production is tailored for the U.S. market. However, the United States has imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian-made vehicles, which has already led to production cuts and layoffs at automotive plants in Canada.

Canada purchases 1.8 million vehicles each year, with over 90% being imports—mostly from the United States, followed by Mexico, Japan, Germany, and South Korea.