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Ontario Premier Cuts Contract with Starlink Amid US Tariff Retaliation

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces the termination of a $100 million contract with Starlink due to US tariffs and bans on American company contracts.

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  1. Ontario premier 'ripping up contract' with Musk's Starlink in response to tariffs

    Doug Ford's decision to terminate the Starlink contract reflects a strong stance against U.S. tariffs and a commitment to prioritizing Canadian businesses, signaling a willingness to confront economic challenges head-on.

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  2. Ontario rips up contract with Starlink in retaliation against ‘people hellbent on destroying’ Canadian economy

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford's decision to cancel the Starlink contract reflects a strong stance against external pressures, showcasing a determination to protect Canadian interests amid escalating trade tensions.

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  3. Ontario Premier Doug Ford vows to ban contracts with US companies — ‘ripping up’ $68M deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink

    In a decisive move, Ontario is taking a stand against American tariffs, emphatically stating that U.S. companies will bear the brunt of losing contracts worth billions, with the province highlighting its refusal to engage with those jeopardizing the economy.

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  4. Ontario ends contract with Elon Musk's Starlink over US tariffs

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford's decision to end the contract with Starlink reflects a firm stance against U.S. tariffs, underscoring his commitment to protecting the province's economy and taking a tough approach in the ongoing trade dispute.

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  5. Ontario premier ‘ripping up’ contract with Musk’s Starlink over US tariffs

    Ontario's decisive action to sever ties with Starlink highlights the province's strong stance against US tariffs, which are perceived as a threat to its economy.

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  6. Ontario premier says he's 'ripping up' $100 million contract with Musk's Starlink in response to U.S. tariffs

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford's decisive action to terminate the contract with Starlink reflects a strong stance against U.S. tariffs, emphasizing that the province will not support companies that threaten its economic stability.

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  7. Ontario premier says he's 'ripping up' $100m contract with Musk's Starlink in response to US tariffs

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s decision to terminate the contract with Starlink reflects a strong stance against the damaging policies of the Trump administration, positioning Canada as defiant and committed to supporting its own economy at all costs.

    Ontario premier says he's 'ripping up' $100m contract with Musk's Starlink in response to US tariffs

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Feb 3rd, 2025, 3:58 PM ET

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford has terminated a $100 million contract with Elon Musk's Starlink internet services in retaliation to tariffs imposed by President Trump. Ford stated that American companies will be banned from provincial contracts until the tariffs are lifted, arguing that the US is damaging Canada's economy. This move comes alongside similar measures by other provinces to exclude American products, with Ford emphasizing the need to prioritize Canadian goods to support local businesses. He warns that this backlash could result in substantial losses for US businesses.


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