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Canada’s Broken Trade Promise | Calgary News
A year after Canada promised to smash trade barriers between provinces, the dream’s still stuck in neutral—despite federal hurdles being cleared, provincial roadblocks remain, leaving wineries, farmers, and builders stuck. Business owners like BC’s Lauren Skinner Buksevics see untapped potential for Canadian brands to thrive nationally, but face impossible certification and licensing walls. Officials scramble to meet July 2026 deadlines, with some key alcohol shipping rules missed—but hope lingers for summer progress. The real issue? Provinces cling to protectionism, even as open markets…
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