President Donald Trump signed an order on September 16, 2026 in Washington, D.C., directing every U.S. federal procurement agency to remove Canadian-origin products from all government purchasing contracts. The directive instructs agencies to exclude items that originate in Canada from any future procurement decisions, effectively ending the inclusion of Canadian-made goods in federal acquisitions.
The order applies across the full range of federal purchasing activities, from office supplies and equipment to larger scale contracts. Agencies are required to review existing procurement guidelines and adjust sourcing criteria to comply with the new rule. The administration indicated that the change will be implemented through standard procurement processes, with agencies expected to incorporate the exclusion into their ongoing contract reviews.
Historically, the United States has permitted Canadian-made items to be part of its federal procurement contracts, reflecting a long‑standing trade relationship between the neighboring nations. The new directive represents a departure from that practice, marking the first time that a blanket prohibition on Canadian-origin goods has been placed on federal purchases.
The announcement was made by the White House in Washington, D.C., and communicated to the heads of procurement agencies shortly after the order was signed. Federal officials are now tasked with interpreting the language of the order and ensuring that all future procurement actions adhere to the exclusion of Canadian products. The shift is expected to affect a wide array of government departments that regularly source goods domestically and from international partners.
No further details were provided regarding the timeline for full implementation or any exceptions to the rule. The order stands as a formal policy change in the federal procurement framework, altering the long‑standing inclusion of Canadian items in U.S. government contracts.