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Checking product labels?

The story notes many Canadians are actively checking product origins. This is something you can do too, if you want to support specific countries or avoid others. Look for 'Made in...' labels on food, clothing, and other goods to see where they come from and make informed choices.

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Canadians boycott US goods as trade war escalates

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