Some Albertans to contemplate buying native, boycotting U.S. items – Lethbridge | USAEMALL.com

The Alberta GDP could see a slide if tariffs are imposed, but there may just be a silver lining to the economy at a local level, says one expert.

“As the saying goes – never waste a good crisis. This is an opportunity for us to reacquaint ourselves with local companies, local products, local services,” said Trevor Lewington, CEO of Economic Development Lethbridge.

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There is hope consumers may turn to local businesses for the long haul if Canadians do steer away from U.S.-made products in response to tariffs.

In the video above, Justin Sibbet takes a look at how the ongoing tariff threat could create an entirely new market for Canada.