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Canadian Businesses Struggle with Rising U.S. Tariffs

12/7/2025

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Story summary

Canadian small businesses face costs from United States tariffs.
Lincoln Bell, owner of Sweetie Bees, says supplier prices doubled after being bought by an American company.
Karen Larter of Lavender Moon Farm switched to Canadian suppliers, mitigating costs.
Razan Hammam, a jewelry maker, has resorted to cheaper materials, affecting product quality.
Gary Crosby, a woodcarver, has halted shipments to the United States due to border paperwork while seeking alternative markets.

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Story summary

Canadian small businesses face costs from United States tariffs.
Lincoln Bell, owner of Sweetie Bees, says supplier prices doubled after being bought by an American company.
Karen Larter of Lavender Moon Farm switched to Canadian suppliers, mitigating costs.
Razan Hammam, a jewelry maker, has resorted to cheaper materials, affecting product quality.
Gary Crosby, a woodcarver, has halted shipments to the United States due to border paperwork while seeking alternative markets.