Local demand surges for Canadian-made food and household goods, but retailers lag
Food and household goods companies in Canada say they're seeing a surge in demand as Canadians prioritize shopping local amid the ongoing trade dispute.
A surge in demand for Canadian-made food and household goods is being experienced by suppliers across Canada, despite ongoing trade disputes. Kathleen Chapman, president of aVenco Ltd., a Bowmanville, Ont.-based supplier of parchment paper, reports a significant increase in orders from Canadian consumers. Initially affected by U.S. tariffs on European goods, the company now faces a 50% tariff on its Canadian-produced product.
However, Canadians are supporting local businesses by ordering directly from suppliers, resulting in a dramatic increase in direct-to-consumer orders. Chapman notes that retailers are lagging behind in responding to the changing demand, with many stores slow to allocate more shelf space for Canadian products.
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