Eby directs B.C. government to scrap U.S. contracts where viable amid Trump trade war [Video]

British Columbia is stepping up its non-tariff retaliation against the United States, amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats.

The province has previously directed Crown corporations and government agencies to avoid U.S. products where possible.

On Thursday, Premier David Eby said they are now being directed to — wherever possible — cancel American contracts, subscriptions, travel plans and membership in trade organizations.

“There are many ready Canadian substitutes for American products and services that are available at equivalent cost to Crown corporations and government, and wherever possible our expectation is that these Crown corporations and government officials make the decision to switch,” Eby said.

“They must do this work. Where it’s not possible to substitute Canadian products they need to work with suppliers to try to find ways to encourage the development of Canadian products and services that will substitute for American. This is a chance for us to build up our …