Canada Bans US Alcohol: Tariff War Looms
In response to potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, Canadian premiers are considering retaliatory measures, including removing American alcohol from provincial liquor store shelves. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has already directed the LCBO to prepare for this action, and British Columbia’s Premier has indicated similar plans. This potential ban targets significant U.S. alcohol imports, valued at over $900 million in 2024, impacting both consumers and businesses on both sides of the border. The federal government is also preparing its own list of retaliatory tariffs against the United States, adding further tension to this developing trade conflict.
John Q. Hosedrinker