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A local pub in Toronto is preparin itself for all its offerings, including nachos, wings, and beer, using Canadian ingredients, and where not feasible, opting for non-US products from Europe or Mexico.
Leah Russell, the manager of Madison Avenue pub in Toronto, said that the boycott was "pretty set in stone," no matter the status of the tariffs. "I'm glad that we're getting rid of American products and supporting local businesses. I think it's an important thing to do," Russell told to BBC.
This is just one of the many consequences following US President Donald Trump's threats in opposition to Canada.
Several responses have been more symbolic. For eg, a café in Montreal replaced the term 'Americano' with 'Canadiano,' with the owners stating that this minor adjustment signifies unity & support for the nation.
A refreshed version of the iconic "Joe Canadian" advertisement has also resurfaced, resonating with feelings of Canadian pride & resilience. The remake of the 2000 Molson Beer advertisement is back 25 years later, but this time not for beer sales, but actually encourage Canadians about their homeland.
The ad claimed that, "They mistake our modesty for meekness, our kindness for consent, our nation for another star on their flag, and our love of a hot cheesy poutine with their love of a hot cheesy Putin," & added, "We are not 51st anything."
Even CBS, the country's public broadcaster, was not immune to this particular collective outrage. It aired a program asking Canadians their thoughts on Canada possibly becoming the "51st state," as Trump has several times referred to this, along with addressing Canada’s Prime Minister as "Governor Trudeau." The show faced accusations of "treason," "sedition," and even "betrayal."
Doug Ford, the leader of Canada’s most populous province, imposed export tariffs on the electricity that Canada provides to some of the states in US. The 25% tariff is expected to affect 1.5 million American households.
"I feel terrible for the American people because it's not the American people, and it's not even elected officials, it's one person. He's coming after his closest friends, closest allies in the world and it's going to absolutely devastate both economies," Ford said on a local radio show while referencing Trump.