'Trumps tariffs are a threat to our economy - we must buy local to fight back'

'Trumps tariffs are a threat to our economy - we must buy local to fight back'

There is an opportunity here for all of us to help support and sustain our local businesses and high streets.

Local businesses finding ways to trump tariffs

The ever-changing tariff war started by the United States of America (U.S.), specifically President Donald Trump, is forcing industries and small business owners to think outside the box. As tariffs threaten to increase the cost of many items typically sourced through U.S. distributors and manufacturers, local Muskoka businesses have begun to adjust tactics to protect themselves and their clients from huge cost hikes. A Canada-first mentality ha…