Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recalled a solid relationship with the U.S. built on history and necessity as he announced retaliatory tariffs in response to a trade war that surveys have found Americans aren't eager to pursue.

Last week, a homeless advocate challenged Saskatoon city councillors to walk the city's streets at night to see the reality of the homelessness crisis. Ward 3 Coun. Robert Pearce took him up on the offer.

President Donald Trump launched a trade war against Canada on Saturday by imposing a 25 per cent tariff on virtually all goods from the U.S.'s neighbour — an unprecedented strike against a long-standing ally that could throw the economy into a tailspin. A White House fact sheet sent to CBC News says tariffs of 25 per cent on Mexican goods and 10 per cent on China products will also be levied.