Canadians Favor Keeping U.S. Alcohol Bans Amid Trade Tensions

A poll of residents in four Canadian regions shows strong support for maintaining bans on American beer, wine and spirits, despite recent U.S. tariff threats.

An online poll by Abacus Data of 1,363 adults in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Atlantic Canada reveals that 69% of respondents prefer their provincial governments to retain bans on American alcohol. Regional support ranges from 72% in British Columbia to 63% in Manitoba, with older Canadians showing the strongest backing. Voters for the Liberal and NDP parties overwhelmingly favor the restrictions, while Conservative supporters are more divided, with a narrow majority in favor.

When participants were reminded that the bans are used as leverage against recent U.S. tariffs, 54% said the measures should remain until the United States removes its duties, and another 19% want the bans to stay permanently. Overall, 63% of those surveyed say Canada should resist U.S. pressure even if it entails economic costs. The survey was carried out from July 23 to 29, 2026, with a margin of error of plus or minus 2.65 percentage points.