Canada prepared to end booze bans to ease trade war: sources
Aug 8, 2026 · 46m
Summary
Canada is preparing trade concessions, including lifting provincial alcohol bans, to avoid new US tariffs by August 19. Guest Brian Clow analyzes the negotiation strategy, while Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy defends the province's stance on the booze ban. The episode also covers a lawsuit by 25 US states challenging Trump’s tariff authority and Conservative MP Larry Brock’s resignation.
Topics discussed
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New details on Canada-US trade talks and tariff deadlines
Interview: Brian Clow on Canada's negotiation strategy
Provincial booze bans and federal-provincial tensions
Profile of US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer
Advice for businesses facing potential tariff changes
Ontario Finance Minister on booze bans and fuel tax
Ontario's interprovincial trade initiatives and passport system
Coalition of states sues over forced labor tariffs
Washington AG on legal challenges and state impacts
Update on wildfires in Spokane region
Quebec Premier's stance on US alcohol bans
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Panel discussion on trade concessions and political fallout
Selling the deal: Baseline tariffs and USMCA talks
Trust issues with Trump and future of CUSMA
Larry Brock resigns from Conservative caucus
Analysis of Pierre Poilievre's leadership challenges
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