Where you spend your money could matter a little more these days.
With trade tensions continuing between Canada and the United States, local politicians are encouraging people to take a second look at Canadian-made products and businesses closer to home.
Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MP Michael Barrett says choosing Canadian can help keep money circulating in local communities.
Barrett says those everyday purchases can have a ripple effect, helping support businesses, workers and families in the region.
Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark says local businesses are also an important source of jobs and opportunity.
The message comes as businesses and consumers continue dealing with uncertainty surrounding Canada-U.S. trade and the broader economy.
For shoppers, the message is simple: when there’s a Canadian or locally owned option that works for you, giving it a look could help someone much closer to home.
Story By Evan Gibb & Sam Wilkinson
