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British Columbia forms task force to boost food sector amid US trade tensions

"We must protect our food sources and our agricultural sector in the face of the threat of unfair and damaging tariffs," said BC Premier David Eby.

The threat of trade tariffs is motivating Canadians to buy food produced locally and not imported from the United States.
The threat of trade tariffs is motivating Canadians to buy food produced locally and not imported from the United States.Photo: Heidi Besen / Shutterstock.com
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Published 21 February 2025, 14:31Updated 21 February 2025, 14:37
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