Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade

    Thursday, 6 February 2025 11:40

    By Dean Clarke

    Although President Trump has paused the tariffs, the Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade is concerned about this tough economic time that lies ahead. President Ray Brake says the board is there to support business members

    Social media is lighting up with messages of supporting and buying local after threats of tariffs on Canadian goods were imposed by the U.S. Although President Trump has paused the tariffs, the Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade is concerned about this tough economic time that lies ahead. President Ray Brake says the board is there to support business members 

    Brake  says a tariff is a tax on imported goods that gets passed on to the consumer

    Brake says they’re looking at  ways to help businesses and residents navigate these uncertain times. He says it’s as simple as supporting local, now more than ever. Check the labels and buy Canadian made products.  

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