Particle.news
Download on the App Store
4 ARTICLES
·
4w ago

Alberta Resumes U.S. Alcohol and Gambling Machine Purchases After Trade Pause

Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally says the decision underlines Alberta’s pursuit of open trade with the United States before the mandatory 2026 CUSMA review.

Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally said the move signals a 'renewed commitment to open and fair trade' with the U.S.
Dale Nally shakes hands with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith after Nally was sworn into cabinet as Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction in Edmonton, Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Overview

  • Alberta restored its orders of U.S. alcohol and video lottery terminals three months after Premier Danielle Smith halted them in response to President Trump’s tariffs.
  • Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally said the decision highlights a “renewed commitment to open and fair trade” with the United States.
  • The move is intended to set a positive tone for the mandatory review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement in 2026.
  • In April, Alberta paused its original procurement restrictions in a diplomatic gesture after the U.S. administration held off on imposing further tariffs.
  • Albertans are urged to continue supporting local producers as American products return to provincial liquor stores.