The Canadian government is planning to hit U.S. truckers with tolls as they pass through British Columbia, a response to recent U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods.

The big picture: B.C. Premier David Eby announced this move on March 6, highlighting it as part of a strategy to counter U.S. economic pressures.

• The tolls aim to target U.S. commercial vehicles heading to Alaska through B.C., in direct response to the tariffs set by President Trump.
• Details on the toll rates or implementation procedures haven't been shared yet.

Backdrop: The White House recently imposed 25% tariffs on Canada, aiming to address cross-border issues. However, some exceptions and delays until April were also announced.

• Premier Eby criticized the tariffs as initiating a trade war and emphasized that B.C. would use new tools to protect its economy, reported BC Gov News.

What's next: Canadian officials, alongside other provinces, are exploring further measures to mitigate the impact, including tariffs on U.S. goods.

The B.C. government is expected to introduce the toll legislation soon as part of a broader strategy to shield its market.