Business Daily 'Made in Canada': is manufacturing coming home?
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Mar 25, 2025 The podcast delves into the surge of Canadian nationalism driven by U.S. tariffs. It highlights local businesses reshoring operations, sharing personal stories of patriotism and economic revival. The discussion reveals the juxtapositions of boosting local manufacturing while navigating complex trade dynamics. Listeners learn about the resilience of Canada’s manufacturing sector amid crises, especially in health supply chains. Additionally, the challenges exporters face with tariff uncertainties create a vivid picture of the evolving business landscape.
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Rerouted Masks
- Senator Sandra Pappatello recalls a moment during the pandemic when a shipment of 3M masks destined for Canada was rerouted to the U.S.
- This highlighted Canada's reliance on foreign supply chains and sparked discussions about reshoring.
Reshoring Canada
- Sandra Pappatello formed Reshoring Canada, advocating for modernizing and protecting Canadian supply chains.
- She believes government policy should guide businesses towards domestic suppliers when they're competitive.
Shifting Mindset
- Reshoring faces challenges, but a shift in mindset is emerging.
- Canadian businesses are exploring domestic options and diversifying trade partners beyond the U.S.