Why By Canadian First?

It used to be that, as consumers, we didn’t think twice about the long-term effects ofour shopping habits on the communities we live in. We became addicted to low-costproducts made abroad and got hooked on accumulating quantity over quality.Products that used to be built to last are now built to be disposed of, making themseem “cheaper” at first glance. This is known as planned obsolescence (you can learnabout it on The Story of Stuff).

The Economy

• When we buy Canadian, we directly impact our economy in positive ways. Everydollar we spend in Canada has a ripple effect that far exceeds that of simple profitsmade by the businesses who take our money in exchange for goods or services.

• Regardless of what sectors and industries we work in, we are all part of this cycle.We are securing jobs, helping to create new ones and let’s not forget, whenCanadian businesses are successful, they are in a position to give back to thecommunities they serve by supporting local charities, cultural associations, etc.

• Successfully employed Canadians and successful businesses also mean larger taxrevenues towards government programs. Buying products made in Canada makessense!

Health & Safety

• When we buy Canadian, we know that the products have met this country’s health& safety standards.

• The manufacturing industry in Canada is highly regulated, from the factories’environmental emissions, to the quality assurance practices, to the materials usedand beyond.

• These safety measures sometimes mean an increase in the retail price, but allthings considered, isn’t it a small price to pay for peace of mind? Buying productsmade in Canada keeps us safer!

The Environment

• When we buy Canadian, we are reducing our carbon footprint, as products madecloser to home require much less transportation.

• For example, did you know that a piece of clothing designed, manufactured andsold in Montreal requires 25 times less transportation than a similar product madein the far East? Buying products made in Canada makes our planet greener!

Labour Standards

• When we buy Canadian, we can rest assured that the people who make theproducts are treated fairly, working in safe & sanitary conditions.

• We’ve all heard the horror stories of sweatshops in foreign countries, usingchildren and adults as disposable labour.

• Many consumers are now deciding not to support those practices and demonstratetheir principles by not buying products made in the countries that have such trackrecords. Buying products made in Canada makes us feel good!

Community

• When we buy Canadian, we are contributing to the enrichment of ourcommunities. It systematically makes us a part of something greater than ourselvesand our immediate (material) needs.

• That one purchase we just made may contribute to the survival of a struggling localfamily business.

• Furthermore, as the gap that once existed between the consumer, themanufacturer and the retailer continues to decrease (thanks in large part to directlines of communication that the Internet affords us), never before have consumersbeen able to give feedback in real time and develop and never-seen-beforedialogue with these companies. Buying products made in Canada supports ourcommunities!

Contact Details

Website: https://buycanadianfirst.ca/

Media inquiries: Tel: 514-425-5999

isabelleremy@buycanadianfirst.ca

Sales & marketing inquiries: Tel: 438-383-1966

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