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Canada is figuring out what to do with its stockpiles of US alcohol
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- Several Canadian provinces are selling their stockpiled US alcohol and donating the proceeds to food banks and charities ahead of the holidays.
- Prince Edward Island plans to restock stores on December 11 and expects about C$600,000 in profits to support island food programs.
- Newfoundland and Labrador prepaid $500,000 to food banks ahead of liquor sales to assist thousands of people.
- Manitoba aims to channel about C$500,000 in net revenue from sales to food banks, holiday charities, and First Nations advocacy groups.
- Nova Scotia provides a $4 million upfront payment to food-access groups, with recovery as $14 million in liquor is sold.
- Ontario keeps US alcohol off shelves and in storage as officials explore options for the inventory.
- Alberta signaled renewed trade openness in June by lifting restrictions on US alcohol purchases from American companies.
- The broader US-Canada tariff dispute continues to shape provincial decisions on stockpiled alcohol.
- US spirits exports to Canada plunged 85% in early 2025, underscoring the revenue impact on American distillers.
- Officials emphasize the programs aim to prevent waste and support communities during the holidays.
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