Carney Pushes Provinces to Reopen U.S. Alcohol Sales | Calgary News

Prime Minister Mark Carney is pressuring Canadian provinces to lift the ban on U.S. alcohol sales—a move tied to trade negotiations with Donald Trump’s administration. While some premiers like Wab Kinew and Tim Houston are leaning in, Quebec’s Christine Fréchette says a decision hinges on economic analysis. American booze sits idle in warehouses, awaiting potential return to shelves. Canadians are divided: many prefer supporting domestic brands, seeing the ban as a strategic win during tense trade talks. Meanwhile, U.S. states like Kentucky and California say the loss hurts their economies—especially since Canada is a top trading partner. The final call rests with the provinces, pitting trade deals against national pride and consumer choice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52a838665d078297