The Daily Canuck 22.07.2026

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The Daily Canuck 22.07.2026

tration considers discriminatory Canadian trade policies. The U.S. has raised concerns about

provincial bans on American alcohol, Canada’s dairy supply management system, and tariffs and

quotas on imported U.S. vehicles. Carney characterized the proposed tariffs as actions that violate

CUSMA and reiterated Canada’s focus on strengthening its economy, supporting domestic industries,

buying Canadian products, and diversifying international partnerships. He said the federal government

is considering possible responses if the tariffs take effect in 29 days. On the issue of provincial

restrictions on U.S. alcohol sales, Carney said those decisions rest with individual provinces and should

only be reconsidered as part of a broader agreement. He also confirmed that intensified negotiations

with the United States will begin immediately, with the objective of reaching a comprehensive

agreement that benefits both countries and aligns with CUSMA.

9 premiers agree to lift interprovincial trade barriers on alcohol products (The Canadian Press)

Yesterday, The Canadian Press reported that Canadian premiers meeting in Charlottetown, P.E.I.,

announced progress on removing barriers to interprovincial alcohol sales. Under a new agreement,

nine premiers will update regulations to allow more Canadian brewers and distillers to sell directly to

consumers across provincial borders, reducing costs and restrictions that have limited sales outside

producers’ home provinces. Some provinces, including New Brunswick and Manitoba, had already

implemented arrangements permitting greater interprovincial sales of certain alcohol products. The

initiative builds on a memorandum signed last year by all provinces and Yukon, committing to open