Trump threatens to block Canada’s Bombardier sales unless planes made in US

What the report says

US President Donald Trump said Canada-based aircraft maker Bombardier should no longer be able to sell in the United States unless it shifts production to US factories. In a social media post reported by Al Jazeera on Monday, Trump accused the company and Canada of unfair treatment and said American market access should require building planes in the United States.

The comments add to renewed trade tension between Washington and Ottawa. Al Jazeera reported that Trump has already imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting retaliation from Canada. The piece also noted that relations between the two countries have long been close, making the latest dispute notable for its potential impact on bilateral trade.

Bombardier has been a previous target of Trump’s criticism. Earlier in 2026, its shares fell after he threatened penalties tied to the company’s large-cabin aircraft and suggested steep import duties unless Canada approved a US rival’s aircraft. That earlier episode, as described by Al Jazeera, showed how quickly Trump’s trade threats can affect investor sentiment.

If enforced, the latest threat could affect a company that relies heavily on US customers. More broadly, the dispute reflects Trump’s effort to pressure foreign manufacturers to produce in the United States, a stance that may also influence wider North American trade talks.