Buy Canadian - US Tariff Response Helper (ChatGPT)

II know this isn’t a HockeyBarn post filled with nostalgic images and stories about old Canadian hockey barns. That project is still on my list, but recent events pushed me to create something else first—something that matters right now.
Canadians don’t like being pushed around, and our purchasing power is one way we can push back. That’s why I built Buy Canadian - US Tariff Response Helper: an AI-driven tool to help Canadians make smarter shopping choices that support local businesses, reduce reliance on U.S. products, and send a clear message about economic sovereignty.  Here is the description of what it does:

Buy Canadian: The Ultimate AI Shopping Assistant for Smarter Consumer Choices

Are you looking to reduce your reliance on U.S. products and support Canadian businesses? Do you want to make more informed purchasing decisions based on product origins, supply chains, and corporate ownership? Meet Buy Canadian – US Tariff Response Helper, the AI-powered assistant designed to help you shop smarter while supporting local and allied economies.

What is Buy Canadian?

Buy Canadian is a custom AI shopping assistant that helps users identify the origin of products and make purchasing decisions based on economic impact. Whether you’re looking for Canadian-made alternatives, reducing dependency on U.S. supply chains, or avoiding products from specific U.S. states, this tool provides real-time insights to guide your shopping choices.

How Does It Work?

Buy Canadian uses a traffic light system to categorize products based on their country of origin and supply chain:

• 🟢 Green Light: Canadian-made or sourced from allied nations (EU, UK, Japan, Australia, etc.).
• 🟡 Yellow Light: Products with mixed origins, including U.S. components, but not fully dependent on U.S. supply chains.
• 🔴 Red Light: Products with strong U.S. dependence, particularly from states or companies users wish to avoid.

Key Features & Benefits

✅ Real-Time Shopping Assistance – Scan a barcode, upload an image, or enter a product name to get instant classification.
✅ Supply Chain Transparency – Uses verified Canadian government data to check corporate ownership and import/export records.
✅ Alternative Product Recommendations – If a product is classified as Red, the AI suggests Canadian or allied-made substitutes.
✅ Economic Impact Analysis – Understand how your spending affects local industries, Big Tech, and corporate influence.
✅ Ethical & Sustainable Shopping – Validate eco-friendly claims with sustainability and labor market data.

Why This Matters

Every purchase you make contributes to an economic ecosystem. With increasing concerns over tariffs, trade relations, and corporate influence, Buy Canadian empowers consumers to shift their buying habits strategically without sacrificing convenience or quality. By gradually transitioning through controlled buying phases, users can support Canadian businesses, reduce dependence on U.S. corporations, and make ethical purchasing choices.

Where Does the Data Come From?

To ensure accuracy, Buy Canadian references official Canadian government datasets, including:

• Canadian Importers Database (ISED Canada)
• CBSA Customs & Trade Data
• Statistics Canada Trade Reports
• Corporations Canada Business Registry
• Environment Canada Sustainable Product Reports

Start Shopping Smarter Today!

Making the switch to Canada-first shopping doesn’t have to be difficult. With Buy Canadian, you get real-time insights, alternative recommendations, and transparent data to guide your choices.

🔎 Try it now and take control of your purchases! 
*Note - this is using AI and resides on ChatGPT servers.  I don't see any of your interactions at all.  I do understand the irony of using a US company to do this, but it was my way to help.