Ontario Premier, Doug Ford, said, “every year, LCBO sells nearly $1 billion worth of American wine, beer, spirits and seltzers. Not anymore.”
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| Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford. Photo: @fordnation |
Ford added, “Starting Tuesday, we’re removing American products from LCBO shelves.”
The Premier’s statement is coming after US President, Donald Trump, announcement of tariffs on Canadian goods.
Trump said, his administration will establish an External Revenue Service (ERS) “to collect tariffs, duties and all revenue that come from foreign sources”.
The US President’s decision forced Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, to hold a meeting with his Liberal Party Cabinet Ministers where a resolution was reached for a “national response” if necessary, to ensure the protection of Canadians from “harmful US tariffs”.
According to Ford: “Every year, LCBO sells nearly $1 billion worth of American wine, beer, spirits and seltzers. Not anymore.
Starting Tuesday, we’re removing American products from LCBO shelves. As the only wholesaler of alcohol in the province, LCBO will also remove American products from its catalogue so other Ontario-based restaurants and retailers can’t order or restock U.S. products.
There’s never been a better time to choose an amazing Ontario-made or Canadian-made product. As always, please drink responsibly.”
