Canada is imposing a 35-per-cent tariff on goods from Russia and Belarus as Moscow’s war in Ukraine rages on. The penalty is the latest of a slew of measures imposed by Canada and allies over Russia’s invasion of its democratic neighbour, which entered its second week on Thursday. Read more: Russian, Belarusian truckers speak of fears over Ukraine war: ‘It should be ended’ Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland told reporters at a news conference in Ottawa that the federal government is revoking Russia and Belarus’ status as a most-favoured-nation trade partner under World Trade Organization (WTO) provisions.

North Korea is the only other nation that does not enjoy that status with Canada. “We are working closely with our partners and allies to encourage them to take the same step,” Freeland said. “Simply put, this means that Russia and Belarus will no longer receive the benefits, particularly low tariffs that Canada offers to other countries that are fellow members of the WTO.” Furthermore, Canada will supply additional lethal aid to Ukraine, which includes up to 4,500 M72 rocket launchers and up to 7,500 hand grenades, National Defence Minister Anita Anand said.

Ottawa will also be providing Ukraine with $1 million towards the purchase of high resolution modern satellite imagery. Finally, Ottawa is launching two special programs for Ukrainians fleeing the war, which sits north of one million since the invasion began, the United Nations said.

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser said the programs will be designed for both Ukrainians wanting to stay temporarily, and for those wanting to stay permanently.

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