I'm a mom who switched to 'Buy Canada' 6 years ago. It takes certain sacrifices, but I wouldn't go back.
A Canadian mother shares her experience of committing to a 'Buy Canada' lifestyle, prioritizing local goods over imports to support the domestic economy. While the transition required budget adjustments, she highlights the benefits of farm-to-table cooperatives and local produce.
Why it matters
The story illustrates the personal and economic trade-offs involved in consumer-led movements aimed at strengthening local supply chains and supporting small businesses.
Sarina Cornthwaite has been participating in the 'Buy Canada' movement for 6 years. Courtesy of Sarina Cornthwaite Sarina Cornthwaite is a stay-at-home mom who has been participating in 'Buy Canada' for 6 years. She said she doesn't mind buying non-Canadian products as long as it's not from the US. The biggest challenge is balancing the budget while shopping local. This as-told-to essay is based on conversations with Sarina Cornthwaite, a 35-year-old stay-at-home mom. She is based in Muskoka, Canada. Her words have been edited for length and clarity. Since the Buy Canada movement started last year, I've seen so many more of my family and friends participate and become more conscious of where their money is going. But being a stay-at-home mom, of course, I'm on a budget. Six years ago, we had just moved to a new town in Canada, and then four months later, the pandemic hit.
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