Front Burner Buy Canadian, bye-bye America?
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Feb 12, 2025 Vass Bednar, the executive director of McMaster University's Master of Public Policy and Digital Society program, dives into the burgeoning trend of Canadians choosing local products over American ones. He discusses the complexities of this 'Buy Canadian' movement as a patriotic act and examines the challenges of promoting local culture in a U.S.-dominated media landscape. With humor, he shares insights on consumer habits, the importance of supporting local businesses, and the quirky choices that often define Canadian shopping.
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Buy Canadian Challenge
- Consider where you spend your money and what values you want to support.
- Explore Canadian-made alternatives, even if it requires more effort.
Values-Based Purchasing
- "Buy Canadian" can involve considering a company's ownership and values.
- Consumers are increasingly prioritizing companies aligned with their values, like diversity and inclusion.
CBC and X
- CBC decided to stop posting on X (formerly Twitter) due to its values.
- This decision demonstrates a commitment to values, even with potential costs.