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Groups call for end to tariffs on sports gear, warn of economic impacts
Industry groups say the duties could raise gear prices and reduce participation in sport, as Canada and the United States face mounting trade pressure.
- Sports organizations and companies are urging governments on both sides of the border to suspend sports-related tariffs, warning of heightened economic challenges and waning participation in healthy activities.
- President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent duties on $28 billion in Canadian goods, including hockey and golf equipment. Canada implemented retaliatory tariffs on September 8, targeting similar sporting categories.
- Mark Macaulay, head of procurement at Home Run Sports in Winnipeg, reported retaliatory tariffs increased his costs by 50 per cent. He warned the company will likely raise retail prices or cancel shipments if duties persist.
- The Washington-based Sports and Fitness Industry Association, representing more than 700 brands, is urging both governments to restart trade negotiations. Riyadh Nazerally, spokesperson for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, said the government is focused on helping businesses maintain operations.
- Adam van Koeverden, secretary of state for sport, said the government is assessing impacts 'across the board' and will chat with national sport organizations to ensure they are buying Canadian. This procurement focus aims to protect families' access to equipment amid tariff uncertainty.
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Groups call for end to tariffs on sports gear, warn of economic impacts
OTTAWA - Some sports organizations and companies are urging governments on both sides of the border to suspend sports-related tariffs, warning of heightened economic challenges and waning participation in healthy
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