President Trump has signed a memo directing the removal of Canadian-origin goods from the U.S. federal civil procurement system. This action follows his earlier directive to the General Services Administration to remove Canadian products from its Multiple Award Schedules. Trump cited Canada's treatment of U.S. dairy farmers and its reliance on past trade agreements for its auto industry as reasons for these measures. He also accused Canadian governments of banning American small businesses from their procurement markets. These actions occur amidst an escalating trade dispute between the United States and Canada. Canada recently imposed counter-tariffs on approximately $20 billion in U.S. imports. These Canadian tariffs mirror U.S. tariffs imposed on Canadian products. Canada has also implemented a "Buy Canadian" policy and restricted U.S. alcoholic products. President Trump has also announced planned tariffs on Canadian vehicles and auto parts, as well as import bans on certain Canadian goods. Despite these trade tensions, President Trump expressed optimism about reaching a trade deal with Canada soon.