The Cost of Conflict: Tariffs and Food Insecurity

This research details how U.S. tariffs would have far-reaching impact on Canada’s food supply chain, economy and food security.

$

1,900

How much tariffs would cost each Canadian household per year

8

%

Projected unemployment

3

%

Projected GDP contraction

8

%

Projected exports contraction

PUBLISHED

April 1, 2025

FOOD INSECURITY IS RISING — AND A TRADE WAR WILL MAKE IT WORSE.

This research examines how proposed American trade policies could disrupt every stage of Canada’s food supply chain — from farmers and processors to grocery stores — and its ripple effects on the charitable hunger relief sector.

If these tariffs are fully implemented, more people will be pushed into hunger, increasing demand for food charities at a time when they are already struggling to keep up.

This report highlights the urgent need for coordinated action. As prices rise and resources become strained, we must work towards long-term sustainable change to build a more resilient food system.

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