What It Really Means to Buy Canadian: A Consumer & Retailer Conversation

You Care About Shopping Local. Let’s Talk About What It Really Means to Buy Canadian.

Join us for a live panel discussion with local business owners, industry advocates, and economic experts.

We’ll discuss:
– How small businesses source products & why “Made in Canada” isn’t always an option
– Why big-box stores and online giants make local competition difficult
– The long-term impact of consumer shopping choices on small businesses
– Practical ways to support independent retailers during this challenging time

Featuring:
Claire Breeze, Owner, Kitchen Boutique
Tim Lomenda, Owner, Big Hill Cycle
Bradlee Whidden, Senior Policy Analyst, Western Canada, Canadian Federation of Independent Business
Others to be announced