Media AdvisoryPrime Minister's OfficeAugust 22, 2026

PM to present Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs at Parliament Hill on Aug. 22

On Aug. 22 at 11:00 a.m. the Prime Minister will publicly address Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs at Parliament Hill; media may attend with press-gallery accreditation.

Summary

What is happening

  • When: Saturday, August 22 — 11:00 a.m. (all times local, National Capital Region)
  • What: The Prime Minister will deliver remarks on Canada’s response to the unjustified U.S. tariffs
  • Where: West Block Foyer, Parliament Hill

Media access

  • The 11:00 a.m. remarks are open to coverage for media accredited with the Canadian Parliamentary Press Gallery.
  • The Cabinet meeting (12:15 p.m.) and the First Ministers’ Meeting (1:30 p.m.) will be held virtually and are closed to media.

Why this matters

  • This is the government’s public statement on its response to U.S. tariffs and is the only in-person, media-accessible event on the Prime Minister’s schedule that day.

Source: Prime Minister of Canada

Official announcement