President Donald Trump on Monday reiterated that America "doesn't need" Canadian imports, and that its northern neighbour has treated the US "very poorly."
Trump speaking to reporters while signing executive orders in the Oval Office discussed his call with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau earlier in the day, and confirmed a second call will be held at 1 p.m. MT.
Trudeau over the weekend told reporters he had been trying to get in touch with Trump to discuss the 25% tariff threat since inauguration day, January 20.
The tariffs are set to take effect on Tuesday.
Trump said while he and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum "have a very good relationship" and he "likes her very much," the US has "not [been] treated well by Canada."
Trump earlier Monday morning confirmed the 25% tariffs on Mexican goods will be delayed for one month. There was no indication of a similar grace period for Canada.
The president complained Canada treats the Americans "very poorly," not just with its weak borders, but also when it comes to American businesses operating in Canada.
"Banks for example, are not allowed to do business in Canada, can you believe it?" said Trump.
"We talked about it, I think we’ll win," said Trump.
"In the first term you deal with people, then you learn. Canada is very tough to do business with."
"I think we're gonna have another good conversation today."
Trump also posted the announcement to social media Monday morning, slamming Canada for preventing US banks and businesses to operate in Canada, and again reiterating the tariffs are coming as a result of Canada’s illegal drug problems.
“Canada doesn’t even allow US banks to open or do business there. What’s that all about? Many such things, but it’s also a DRUG WAR, and hundreds of thousands of people have died in the US from drugs pouring through the Borders of Mexico and Canada,” wrote Trump.
“Just spoke to Justin Trudeau. Will be speaking to him again at 3:00 p.m. (ET).”