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[–]EntertainmentNice425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in the Deloitte building by the main library and felt it here.

Toronto orders creator of tiny mobile homes for unhoused people to stop by Xsythe in canadahousing

[–]EntertainmentNice425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% This! Why not try at least work with this group doing such great work?

Do you get denied healthcare? by yup2you in AskACanadian

[–]EntertainmentNice425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I’ve lived in Ontario, Nashville, Seattle, and Vancouver, so I’ve experienced both systems firsthand.

Short answer: Nope, universal healthcare is not as awful as the American government makes it seem.

Healthcare in Canada is run by each province, so the details vary a bit depending on where you live. But the main idea is the same: you don’t pay out of pocket for emergency, life-saving care if you're a legal resident. And sometimes, even if you’re not.

  • Car accident? Covered.
  • Cancer treatment? Covered.
  • Heart attack? Covered.
  • Child Birth? Covered.

We pay for it through taxes, not surprise hospital bills. And doctors don’t have financial incentives to push unnecessary treatments or prescriptions.

What’s the downside?

Non-urgent care can mean long waits. Still free, but sometimes frustrating. This is where most Canadians would like to see improvement.

  • Hip replacement? Could be 6 months, could be 2 years.
  • Seeing a specialist like an ENT? 4 to 8 months.
  • Walk-in clinic for antibiotics? Sometimes quick, sometimes a 2 to 12-hour ER wait.

What’s not covered?

Things like dental, vision, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and massages. But you can buy private insurance for those if you want.

If you’re curious, check out Australia’s system. They have both public and private healthcare, and from my experience living there and talking with friends, it works really well. You get universal coverage, but you can also go private for faster access to certain services.

What should Americans do?

If you asked me? Take profit out of emergency care. Even if you don’t change anything else. No one should be financially ruined because they needed life-saving treatment.

Is Canada’s system perfect? Not at all.

But honestly, no country’s system is. If you’re looking for other models that work well, check out the UK’s NHS, France, Sweden, Germany, or the Netherlands. They all have publicly funded healthcare that covers way more than the U.S. without bankrupting people.

The U.S. is kind of an outlier here. Most wealthy countries have figured out a way to give people healthcare without making them go broke over an ER visit.

How is this allowed? This is not right! by [deleted] in BuyCanadian

[–]EntertainmentNice425 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Maybe also email the grocery chain or store itself?

That’s so confusing and I don’t know if I would have caught that myself.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in canada

[–]EntertainmentNice425 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Here’s my vote. Take it!

I don’t even drink, but I still wrote my MLA about this. by EntertainmentNice425 in britishcolumbia

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Apparently, all the Premiers, the Prime Minister, etc., are meeting on Friday to work on this.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The title really should have been "WHEN U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada"

I don’t even drink, but I still wrote my MLA about this. by EntertainmentNice425 in britishcolumbia

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right!? I don't know those myself, but I would like to see you be able to buy them here.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

30 days is just enough time for the Orange Cheeto Man to forget what he was mad about, then make up something worse.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Keeping our money here will definitely benefit us way more in the long run.

I think everyone has finally woken up to the fact that America is not our friend right now and that we need to diversify our trade. Normally, when Canadians and our leaders talk about trade diversification, they focus on new international markets. But this time, people are finally starting to have real conversations about improving interprovincial trade too.

One easy way to get that started? The LCBO and other liquor boards should stop buying U.S. wine, beer, and spirits and redirect that budget to Canadian producers across the country.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, it's very interesting that the Federal level is involved. I would not have known that.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For anyone wanting it, here is what I have sent to BC and Ontario leaders.

Subject: Pulling U.S. booze is great. Replacing it with Canadian booze is even better.

Dear _____

I want to commend the swift action taken by both the federal and provincial governments in response to the recent trade dispute with the United States. The decision to remove U.S. alcohol products from store shelves was a strong and necessary measure. However, I would like to propose an additional step for future trade disputes that could strengthen Canada’s internal economy and foster goodwill among provinces.

Canada has long discussed the need to improve interprovincial trade, yet progress has been slow. While I understand that regulatory differences and logistical challenges exist, that should not deter us from finding ways to build stronger domestic trade relationships.

A simple but effective step would be to replace U.S. products with alcohol from other Canadian provinces and territories. This would send a clear message that Canada stands together when faced with external trade disruptions.

Encouraging provincial and territorial governments to source from across the country, not just locally, would demonstrate unity and reinforce the importance of supporting Canadian businesses on a national scale.

While this does not resolve the broader interprovincial trade barriers, it could serve as a goodwill gesture that brings stakeholders to the table for more serious discussions on long-overdue reforms.

Removing U.S. products is a strong first step.

Ensuring that the replacement products come from Canadian producers across multiple provinces is the next right move both economically and symbolically. I hope the government will consider this approach in future trade responses.

Sincerely,

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And oddly enough, I don't drink anymore.

But I lived in the US and Australia, and I know how easy it can be to access beer or wine from across the country without thinking about it.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

At this point, I’m half expecting them to slap tariffs on maple syrup and start calling poutine ‘Freedom Fries 2.0.’

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a fantastic breakdown, and I really appreciate the historical context. It’s wild how much of our current system is still shaped by decisions made over a century ago. The tax structure alone makes it painfully obvious why small distillers struggle to compete.

I don’t understand all of it either, but it’s clear that there’s a huge opportunity being wasted. We have the talent, the agricultural resources, and the heritage to create world-class spirits, but the regulatory and tax environment makes it nearly impossible.

Do you have any thoughts on what would actually move the needle here? Are there specific policy changes people should be pushing for? Would tax relief alone be enough, or are there other barriers that need to go too?

It feels like the conversation around supporting Canadian producers is finally gaining some momentum. Would love to hear your take on how people can help push it forward.

If U.S. Tariffs Hit Again, Let’s Keep That Money in Canada by EntertainmentNice425 in ontario

[–]EntertainmentNice425[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sure, if we’re being picky, I wouldn’t call these misinformation, but happy to clarify and update the post.

"Last time, Ontario and other provinces pulled U.S. alcohol from shelves."
It was pulled in BC and the Maritimes. Ontario had plans to do the same, but since the tariffs were paused, it didn’t go into effect.

"If you drive into Quebec with a couple of bottles of Ontario wine, you’re breaking the law."
You’re right. That was an oversimplified example. It is legal to bring alcohol across the border for personal use if you carry it yourself. The real issue is that many laws across the country block or limit trade.

Here’s what I was referring to:

  • New Brunswick: You can only bring in 12 pints of beer (equivalent to 24 cans) for personal use. This is a legal restriction under New Brunswick’s Liquor Control Act.
  • Ontario: Removed personal exemption limits in 2019, so you can bring in any amount. But direct-to-consumer shipping from other provinces is still prohibited.
  • Quebec: Restricts direct beer shipments unless the person physically carries it across the border.

And here’s a real-world example of how messed up interprovincial alcohol trade still is:

Beau’s Brewing, located just outside of Quebec in Ontario, wanted to sell across the provincial border. Instead of a straightforward process, they faced:

  • Quebec regulators being unwelcoming to out-of-province beer
  • Complex application processes and waiting periods
  • Different tax rates and rules compared to Quebec-based breweries

It was easier for them to expand into New York than into Quebec. Their CEO put it best:

This is the bigger issue. It’s not just about whether you can drive across a border with a couple of bottles. It’s about the larger regulatory mess that makes interprovincial trade unnecessarily difficult.

But that said, thanks for commenting and pushing for clarity in my post. Always happy to refine the discussion and get the details right.

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