In light of escalating trade tensions between Canada and the United States, some Canadians have begun taking proactive measures to cope with the potential impacts of a trade war that could lead to rising prices and increased living costs.

In this context, many citizens have turned to stockpiling food and essential goods as a precautionary measure. In Halifax, the 86-year-old couple, Parker and Iris Lund, began storing large amounts of foods like black beans, soybeans, peanut butter, in addition to toilet paper and paper towels, in anticipation of any sudden price increases.

On the other hand, some families are seeking to support Canadian products and reduce reliance on American goods. In Markham, Ontario, Elizabeth Richardson, a semi-retired teacher, decided to avoid purchasing American products as much as possible, relying on apps and online resources that help identify locally made goods.

In addition to consumer boycotts, some have decided to cut their tourism spending in the United States as a means of protesting President Donald Trump's trade policies. Robert Szkonie, a retired field service technician from Nanaimo, British Columbia, canceled his plans to visit California, emphasizing that he prefers to spend his money within Canada to support the local economy.

These preparations come at a time when Canada faces a threat of U.S. tariffs of up to 25% on some imported goods from the country. In response, the Canadian government is considering imposing retaliatory tariffs on a range of American products, including steel, ceramics, furniture, and some alcoholic beverages.

Amid these developments, Canadian citizens remain on alert for the potential repercussions of this trade crisis, amid calls for the government to take effective steps to protect the local economy and ensure price stability.