In light of recent political developments regarding U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for a 30-day pause on potential tariffs affecting Canadians purchasing U.S. products, local businesses in the Carman area are emphasizing the importance of buying Manitoba and Canadian-made products.
The provincial government recently launched a campaign called “Support Manitoba. Buy Local,” which, in a statement, said, “The Manitoba government is working hard to protect jobs and safeguard our economy against the potential impacts of U.S. tariffs. This is a time to be united as Manitobans and as Canadians. How you choose to spend your money is powerful. By buying Manitoban and Canadian products and services, you can support farmers and producers, businesses, and workers here at home.”
Homestead Co-op in Carman is contributing to this initiative by offering a wide selection of local products for consumers to explore and purchase.
“Supporting Canadian and Manitoba-made products has always been important to us at Homestead Co-op,” said Shannon Vaughan, Marketing and Communications Manager at Homestead Co-op. “We certainly encourage members to explore the many high-quality local products we carry.”
Some popular local brands available at Homestead Co-op include Co-op Gold, Centsibles products, Bothwell Cheese, La Cocina Tortilla Chips and Lepp’s Oats, as well as a variety of fresh meat products, bakery items, and produce.
“We always strive to source high-quality products at competitive prices,” said Vaughan. “Our goal is to continue to offer products our customers know and love while providing local or Canadian options whenever possible.”
Homestead Co-op is proudly Canadian, and when its members choose Co-op, they choose local. So residents are encouraged to continue to shop at Homestead Co-op and try to shop local whenever possible.
“We support and invest in our community – because we live here too. Our profits are used to develop jobs and economic activity in our communities, give back to local initiatives and organizations and provide a return to our owners (or members).”
