Eh, it’s a start I guess. But there’s no where near enough information on that site to make it really useful from my perspective.
Telling me how the labels work is great and all, but if I’m looking for different product types it’s really difficult to know if there even is a Canadian option available, somewhere.
Like if I want a new appliance – Fridge, dishwasher, clothing washer/dryer, oven – what brands have Canadian supply chains/production? If I’m going to a bank, which ones rely on US tech giants extensively, vs use Canadian supply chains? Which coffee shops are Canadian (I’m surprised ppl are still cool with Starbucks it seems)? Which chains are primarily owned by US interests – or which chains are primarily Canadian? I mean, even The Bay was US owned – despite being “Canadas” oldest company.
I’m fortunate to live in Quebec, where Cafe Morgane exists. It’s a great Starbucks alternative. Same range of products, locally sourced. Admittedly, their lack of decent Frappuccino’s sucks.
Out here on the west coast, I try to hit Blendz most times I’m caffiending, or a random non chain spot. The Blendz white mochas are delicious though. Pretty sure they’re Canadian based. The availability of alternatives is why I’m a bit surprised Starbucks hasn’t felt a pinch with the buy Canadian movements goin on.
I’ll need to keep an eye out for Cage Morgane if/when I’m next back east. Thanks for the tip.
Eh, it’s a start I guess. But there’s no where near enough information on that site to make it really useful from my perspective.
Telling me how the labels work is great and all, but if I’m looking for different product types it’s really difficult to know if there even is a Canadian option available, somewhere.
Like if I want a new appliance – Fridge, dishwasher, clothing washer/dryer, oven – what brands have Canadian supply chains/production? If I’m going to a bank, which ones rely on US tech giants extensively, vs use Canadian supply chains? Which coffee shops are Canadian (I’m surprised ppl are still cool with Starbucks it seems)? Which chains are primarily owned by US interests – or which chains are primarily Canadian? I mean, even The Bay was US owned – despite being “Canadas” oldest company.
I’m fortunate to live in Quebec, where Cafe Morgane exists. It’s a great Starbucks alternative. Same range of products, locally sourced. Admittedly, their lack of decent Frappuccino’s sucks.
Out here on the west coast, I try to hit Blendz most times I’m caffiending, or a random non chain spot. The Blendz white mochas are delicious though. Pretty sure they’re Canadian based. The availability of alternatives is why I’m a bit surprised Starbucks hasn’t felt a pinch with the buy Canadian movements goin on.
I’ll need to keep an eye out for Cage Morgane if/when I’m next back east. Thanks for the tip.
I totally mistyped it. It’s Café Morgane. My stupid key oars thought I meant to say cage.