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Standing Strong Together: How CAN Confirm Helps Canadians Shop Smarter in Uncertain Times

Standing Strong Together: How CAN Confirm Helps Canadians Shop Smarter in Uncertain Times

25-04-11, 12:00 a.m.

As new U.S. tariffs increase pressure on Canadian businesses and consumers, CAN Confirm helps you verify product origins, discover local alternatives, and support the Canadian economy—one scan at a time.

Economic Challenges, Local Resilience
From increased tariffs on exports like steel and aluminum to higher prices on imported goods, Canadians are navigating a changing economic landscape. These shifts don’t just impact big industries—they affect everyday items on store shelves and small businesses in our own communities. With added costs trickling down to consumers, the choices we make at checkout matter more than ever.


A Movement to Buy Canadian
In response, Canadians across the country are coming together to support homegrown businesses. Whether it’s by boycotting certain imported goods or consciously choosing Canadian-made products, this grassroots movement is driven by unity, resilience, and national pride. Supporting local has become more than a trend—it’s a statement of values.

But while the intention is there, actually identifying truly Canadian-made products can be tricky. Labels can be confusing, and global supply chains often blur the lines. That’s where CAN Confirm makes it easy.

CAN Confirm: Your Canadian Shopping Companion
Developed in Pembroke, Ontario, CAN Confirm is a free mobile app designed to help Canadians instantly verify if a product is made or produced in Canada. Just scan a barcode or snap a picture, and the app uses AI to provide clear, trustworthy information about a product’s origin.

And if the item you’re looking at isn’t Canadian? CAN Confirm goes one step further—offering curated Canadian alternatives with pricing and even purchase links, so you can easily make a local choice that fits your budget.


Why It Matters
Every time you choose a Canadian-made product, you’re supporting jobs, businesses, and families across the country. You’re also helping reduce reliance on imports, especially in a time when trade uncertainty is high. For every dollar spent locally, up to 80 cents stay in the community. That adds up quickly when more of us choose to shop Canadian.


Small Scans. Big Impact.
Whether you're scanning maple syrup, checking the label on a winter coat, or searching for a Canadian-made alternative to your favorite snacks—CAN Confirm empowers you to shop with purpose. It’s not just about finding a product. It’s about standing behind the people who made it.


Together, We’re Stronger
The challenges we face today are real—but so is the strength of our communities. When we unite in support of local businesses, we do more than weather the storm—we build a more resilient and self-sufficient Canada for the future.

So the next time you shop, bring CAN Confirm with you. Because now, more than ever, what you choose to support truly matters.


Download the app, scan your first product, and join the movement.

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