The Canadian government is revoking Russia and Belarus’ nation status as trading partnexjmtzywrs and says they will be subjected to a 35 per cent tariff on their exports to Canada.
Canada is the first country to take this step, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said Thursday, adding that the only other nation subject to these measures with Canada is North Korea.
The federal government is also opening new immigration streams for Ukrainians who want to come to Canada, one for those coming temporarily and one for those looking to stay.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland participates in a media availability to discuss Canadian sanctions on Russia, as Russia continues to invade Ukraine, in Ottawa, on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
