Eggs Over American Booze? | Edmonton News

Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

A heated debate is erupting across Canada over the possible return of American liquor brands like Jack Daniels and Jim Beam — with some social media users going as far as suggesting egg-throwing at shoppers. The controversy stems from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s push for provinces to consider bringing back banned U.S. products to finalize trade talks, while leaders like Manitoba’s Wab Kinew urge Canadians to support domestic brands. The RCMP caution that while no direct threat exists, the rhetoric is concerning. This comes after Ontario’s recent ban on American wines and spirits sparked…