As Canadians continue to shop for more Canada-made products, a new survey shows when told the difference between 'Made in Canada' and 'Product of Canada,' shopping habits shift.
There’s still some confusion on the difference between “Made in Canada” and “Product of Canada” designations but a survey shows once Canadians understand, there’s a major shift in buying habits.
Merrick said she’s been primarily avoiding U.S. products when grocery shopping, focusing on buying food from Canada, though she added she will sometimes buy items from Mexico or even Japan if needed. A food product labelled “Made in Canada” with a qualifying statement means the “last substantial transformation of the product occurred in Canada, even if some ingredients are from other countries.”Canadian independent grocers say they’re seeing an increase in the number of people looking specifically for “Made in Canada” or “Product of Canada” labels.
“I think what’s happened is it’s sort of touched something in the Canadian psyche or soul, and our members are hearing very directly from customers,” Sands said.
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