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Quebec Resumes American Alcohol Sales, Supports Food Banks

2/7/2026

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Quebec will resume selling American alcohol next week after a ban tied to the trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Finance Minister Eric Girard said the province will sell bottles expiring by March 2027, directing up to $8.6 million to food banks.
The Trump administration previously indicated that lifting the bans was crucial for a renewed trade agreement.

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Quebec will resume selling American alcohol next week after a ban tied to the trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Finance Minister Eric Girard said the province will sell bottles expiring by March 2027, directing up to $8.6 million to food banks.
The Trump administration previously indicated that lifting the bans was crucial for a renewed trade agreement.