12/01/2009

Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives


The Buy American sell-out


A new report by CCPA trade expert Scott Sinclair warns the ongoing negotiations between Ottawa and Washington over Buy American laws may give away provincial and municipal procurement sovereignty. The deal now in the works would leave Buy American policies intact while permanently binding Canadian provinces and cities to WTO rules which could prevent them from preferring local goods or suppliers. Read more and download the report in English or French.


The Buy American sell-out | Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives

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