It’s easy to talk about a boycott against the U.S., but actually following through is a challenge in your day-to-day life.

While a U.S.- Canada trade war has been at least temporarily averted, there’s still a great argument for shifting much of your consumption to Canadian goods. But checking the origin of each item on your shopping list is time-consuming, not to mention awkward. What those who follow the Bye, America strategy need is a list of made-in-Canada products. Here are some resources I’ve found. Please send any additional contributions my way at rcarrick@globeandmail.com.

• This Reddit thread is stuffed with the names of Canadian companies making things like boots, jeans, underwear and outdoor wear; here’s another Reddit threat on Canadian-made grocery products; and, a Made in Canada Facebook page.
• Made in CA offers a search engine of Canadian companies in a wide variety of product categories, including pet and home supplies, toys, clothing and automotive items.
• A guide to finding Canadian businesses online, and a definition of what “made in Canada” actually means.
• A federal government listing of Canadian food and drink producers, including distillers and wineries.
• Canadian-made food products, listed by categories that include fruit and vegetables, bread, candy, coffee and team, condiments and more.
• The lowdown on Heinz ketchup – Canadian or American?
• A list of Canadian products to substitute for U.S. versions.

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Tools and guides

An overview of a U.S.-dollar account at EQ Bank. Worth a look if you’re looking for alternatives to big bank U.S.-dollar accounts.