US tariffs force closure of historic Quebec paper mill
The BBC reported that a century‑old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec, has been closed indefinitely after the United States imposed a 50% tariff on its…
The BBC reported that a century‑old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec, has been closed indefinitely after the United States imposed a 50% tariff on its products. The tariff led to the shutdown of the facility, leaving hundreds of workers without jobs. Local officials and residents are now confronting the economic fallout and seeking ways to keep the community afloat.
The closure highlights the direct impact of trade policy on small towns that rely on a single industry for employment.
Why it matters
The shutdown shows how tariff measures can immediately affect local economies and livelihoods.
Key details
- Location
- Canada · Americas
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- BBC News
- First reported
- Key names
- Canadian, Témiscaming, Quebec
- Section
- Business
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