Canada considering reversal of ban on U.S. alcohol among concessions, sources say

Canada considering reversal of ban on U.S. alcohol among concessions, sources say

August 7, 2026 12:44 pm MST.

Canada is considering concessions in trade talks with the U.S., including ending provincial bans on U.S. alcohol, a source familiar with the ongoing negotiations confirms with CityNews.

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