Canadian Consumerism and the Impact of Trade Tariffs
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This article discusses the potential impacts of a looming trade war on Canadian consumer habits, urging a reconsideration of the balance between needs and wants in a consumer-driven economy.
Paul Berton is editor-in-chief of Metroland Media and the author of "Shopomania: Our Obsession with Possession."