Canada’s removal of counter-tariffs on U.S. goods will soon include wine, beer, and spirits, but industry groups say the impact will be muted until provinces restore American products to shelves. “This is a very positive sign,” said Distilled Spirits Council CEO Chris Swonger after Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement, “but until provinces put American spirits back on shelves it won’t have much of an impact.” In response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, most provinces and territories had pulled U.S. alcohol from government stores, leading to a 66% drop in U.S. spirits sales and sharp declines overall—Ontario seeing the steepest fall with U.S. sales down 80%. The Wine Institute called the move “an important first step,” noting U.S. wine exports to Canada once topped US$1.1B. Both industries are urging provinces to reverse restrictions. Meanwhile, provinces are left managing millions of dollars’ worth of U.S. stock. Quebec donated expiring inventory, Nova Scotia and Manitoba continue to store products, while New Brunswick and B.C. offered stock to private partners. Ontario removed more than 3,600 products and says they will remain off shelves for now. Some jurisdictions, including Alberta and Saskatchewan, have lifted bans on existing stock, but others remain firm. Swonger said the ongoing restrictions not only hurt U.S. distillers but also reduce provincial revenues and limit consumer choice. (ICE TORONTO)

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