The announcement of increased tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump will undoubtedly have negative consequences for the Canadian economy—but also for the American economy. In a press conference on Saturday evening, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada will impose its own 25% tariffs on several American products in response.

As a result, Quebec consumers will feel the impact, as many imported U.S. goods will become more expensive.

Here is a list of U.S. imports named by the Prime Minister that will see price increases. Trudeau did not rule out the possibility of expanding the list in the coming weeks:

• Wine
• Beer
• American whiskey
• Orange juice
• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Perfume
• Clothing
• Shoes
• Cleaning products
• Sports equipment
• Plastic
• Lumber

"Buying is Voting"

Following these announcements, many Quebecers and Canadians are calling for a boycott of American products. As the saying goes, "buying is voting."

Here are some economic sectors where consumers can avoid purchasing goods from our southern neighbors.

Shopping Differently

At the grocery store, consumers can prioritize local products from Canada or even Mexico rather than American foods, such as Florida orange juice or California strawberries. In fact, Ontario’s LCBO has already announced that it will remove American wines and spirits from its shelves. In Quebec, similar measures may be applied at the SAQ.

This idea extends beyond grocery shopping—people can avoid shopping on Amazon and instead support Quebec-based businesses. While boycotting major chains like Starbucks, Walmart, or McDonald’s may seem logical and relatively easy, it could negatively affect Quebec workers employed by these companies.

Traveling Locally

Local tourism benefits the national economy and the environment. Quebec is full of beautiful places to explore, as is the rest of Canada.

Leaving Social Media

Since Elon Musk, owner of X (formerly Twitter), was appointed as the U.S. Secretary of Government Efficiency, many users have unsubscribed from the platform. A similar trend has been observed on Facebook and Instagram, as their founder, Mark Zuckerberg, has drawn closer to the Trump administration. Recently, Zuckerberg announced the end of fact-checking on Facebook in the United States.

Leaving these platforms may seem insignificant, but as more people unsubscribe, advertising revenues will decline—and perhaps so will Trump's political influence.

Supporting Local Culture

There are plenty of ways to consume and support local television productions. Platforms like Tout.tv, Crave, CBC Gem, and Illico offer great alternatives. Plus, their monthly fees are often comparable to or even lower than Netflix, making them an easy choice for consumers.