Sobeys boosts Canadian sourcing as Canada prepares to impose tariffs on U.S. goods
Canada will impose tariffs on a range of American goods starting February 4, in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports. The Canadian tariffs will affect $30 billion worth of U.S. products, with an additional $125 billion to follow. Sobeys is increasing its sourcing of Canadian products to replace American items affected by the tariffs. The grocery chain plans to highlight Canadian goods in stores to help customers find alternatives. Certain essential items, like infant formula and medical supplies, will not be subject to these tariffs. Most chicken, eggs, and milk in Nova Scotia are Canadian, but many frozen fruits are imported from the U.S.