White House says the US is lifting tariffs on some Canadian goods

The White House, in a statement, said that starting 30 October the US would remove certain products from the list of Canadian goods it taxes, such as plywood sheets, some paper products, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment, and certain packing crates and boxes.

It added those items would be replaced with certain valves, carpets, waste products, among others.

The White House said the action reflects President Trump's "continued efforts to defend American workers and ensure fair trade", as well as "offsetting the burden and disadvantage on U.S. commerce from Canada's discriminatory treatment".

The BBC has contacted the White House, US commerce department and trade representative for further comment.

Also on Friday, President Donald Trump said that Canada is "working very hard" on a ⁠trade ​deal with the US.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Friday that Canada is open to a mutually beneficial deal, but is willing to wait it out.

"We could sign it this afternoon if the US were there. If it has to be months from now or longer than that, or another administration, before a proper deal comes into place, we will do that," he said, according to CBC.

Canada's internal trade minister Dominic LeBlanc confirmed on Thursday that a delegation met with members of the Canada-United States Economic Relations Advisory Committee - the ninth meeting since April 2026. The committee members discussed the ongoing impact of US tariffs in Canada.

So far, Canada has not commented on the White House's announcement.

LeBlanc's office did not immediately respond on Friday to the BBC's request for comment.