B.C. premier says ‘not a chance in hell’ that U.S. alcohol will be back on shelves

British Columbia Premier David Eby declared emphatically that U.S. alcohol will not be restocked on provincial liquor store shelves, stating there is "not a chance in hell" for it to happen. Eby made these strong remarks while attending a meeting of Canadian premiers in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, where they discussed U.S. President Donald Trump's recent threat to impose 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods.

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We can dismantle the U.S.

Eby characterized Trump's tariff threat as an attempt to bully Canada, asserting, "The idea of the president that he can bully us into whatever he wishes is incorrect." He emphasized Canada's unity and strength, stating, "We're strong. We are, despite our many debates, united as a country. And we will continue to stand strong." He added that Canada will build relationships with countries that wish to engage in good faith, both at national and provincial levels.

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not a chance in hell

In response to the escalating trade tensions, Eby indicated that the B.C. government has begun exploring alternative trade partners. "As British Columbians and as Canadians, we have been working to diversify trade relationships going to India, going to China, going to Asia," he explained. He also highlighted an agreement signed with the Prime Minister to deepen and increase the infrastructure necessary for Canada to participate more effectively in the global economy and reduce its reliance on the United States.

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The idea of the president that he can bully us into whatever he wishes is incorrect.

Furthermore, Eby announced that his staff would contact the U.S. ambassador to request the removal of references to the historic friendship between Canada and the U.S. from their USA 250 website and literature, given the new wave of tariffs. Expressing sympathy for Americans, Eby remarked, "I feel sorry for Americans. If you can’t be friends with Canada, then you almost certainly do not have a friend anywhere in the world. And that is a very lonely place to be." He concluded by hoping for a "brighter day for America coming up," but noted that in the meantime, Americans would face higher prices for goods sourced from Canada.

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We're strong. We are, despite our many debates, united as a country. And we will continue to stand strong.