Manitoba MP criticizes Doug Ford’s plan to remove Crown Royal

Conservative MP James Bezan criticized Ontario Premier Doug Ford for threatening to remove Crown Royal whisky from shelves, stating Ford lacked crucial information about the Manitoba-made product, which is Canada’s top export spirit. Bezan warned of potential retaliation from Manitoba against Ontario wine sales if Ford follows through on his threat. Manitoba officials emphasized the importance of supporting local jobs and products amid rising tensions. Experts suggest that Ford’s actions may provoke an unnecessary interprovincial trade dispute.