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March is here, and you know what that means — cabane à sucre season is back in Quebec! The good news is you don’t have to venture far out of Montreal to join the fun.

From Thursday, March 20 to Sunday, March 23, 2025, Verdun’s Cabane Panache is popping up on Promenade Wellington for a four-day maple-infused celebration. This year marks the festival’s 13th edition, which coincides with Verdun’s 150th anniversary.

As a result, you can expect the event to be bigger and better than ever, spilling down the street with live music, delicious food, and that signature lumberjack charm. Plus, admission is completely free, so everyone’s invited to join the celebration.

This year’s edition blends Quebec’s classic sugar shack traditions with a modern twist. Three outdoor stages will showcase local talent like Émile Bilodeau’s folk-rock, Bernard Adamus’ rugged blues, and Clay and Friends’ funky Sunday finale. All the performers are Quebec-based, bringing a mix of trad, country, and bluegrass sounds that’ll have your boots tapping.

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When hunger strikes, head over to the Espace Cookerie, where 18 local Verdun eateries will be serving up maple-infused delights. From Chef Jean-Michel Leblond’s indulgent poutine au foie gras to Archway’s vegan bao tofu, prices range from $6 to $8. As the festival’s spokesperson, Leblond says it’s all about “culinary art, culture, and community.”

Over at the Espace Bouésson, you’ll find drinks to match the vibe. Sip on Benelux’s Cimonak, maple-smoked porter or a Coureur des Bois whisky-maple cocktail, served in $2 reusable cups.

And for that authentic cabane experience, Le Sucrier Urbain will be offering tire sur neige for $4 a pop.

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Getting there is a breeze — you can either take the metro to De L’Église station, bike over (bike racks are on-site), or park nearby in one of over 500 available spots.

Cabane Panache 2025

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Price: Free entry

When: March 20–23, 2025

• Thursday: 5 PM – 9 PM
• Friday: 5 PM – 10 PM
• Saturday: 11 AM – 6 PM
• Sunday: 11 AM – 5 PM

Where: Promenade Wellington, Verdun, QC

Accessibility: Metro (De L’Église), bike racks, bus lines (12, 37, 61, 350)

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After a 30-day pause on proposed tariffs, the North American trade war is back on, and Canada isn’t holding back.

As of today, March 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has officially imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and a 10% tariff on Canadian energy. North of the border, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear that Canada won’t take this sitting down.

“Canadians are reasonable, but we will not back down from a fight,” he wrote in an X post on Monday morning.

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The Prime Minister later revealed details of counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. products, announcing plans to slap an additional $125 billion in tariffs over the next three weeks if the situation escalates.

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The list of affected goods isn’t random, though. It’s designed to put economic pressure on American industries while trying to soften the impact on Canadians.

That said, everyday essentials like groceries, household goods, and vehicles will be affected, meaning you could soon see higher prices at checkout counters.

Here’s an extensive list of goods that will likely see price surges.

Full list of U.S. products now facing tariffs in Canada

Food & drink

• Poultry & eggs – chicken, turkey, duck, and their byproducts
• Dairy – milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, yogurt
• Fruits & vegetables – tomatoes, beans, citrus fruits, melons, berries
• Coffee, tea, spices, and condiments – including ketchup, mustard, and peanut butter
• Packaged foods – pasta, bread, soup, chocolate, cereal
• Alcohol – beer, wine, spirits, and coolers

Tobacco & nicotine products

• Cigarettes, cigars, and chewing tobacco
• Vapes, e-cigarettes, and nicotine patches

Personal care items

• Makeup, skincare, razors, deodorant, and hair products
• Toothpaste and dental floss
• Perfumes and room deodorizers

Household & office goods

• Kitchenware – glassware, utensils, and storage containers
• Furniture – chairs, mattresses, lighting, and storage racks
• Paper products – toilet paper, napkins, stationery

Clothing & accessories

• Shirts, pants, dresses, outerwear, and baby clothes
• Footwear, hats, gloves, and jewelry
• Suitcases, backpacks, and wallets

Electronics & appliances

• Refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers
• Small appliances – blenders, toasters, coffee makers
• Gaming consoles and board games

Vehicles & machinery

• Motorbikes, boats, and drones
• Snowblowers, lawnmowers, and power tools
• Rubber tires

Building materials

• Wood products, plastic packaging, and window fixtures
• Bathroom fixtures, carpets, and textiles

Weapons & ammunition

• Firearms – pistols, rifles, shotguns, air guns
• Ammunition – bullets, cartridges, and pellets

With tariffs and counter-tariffs now in place, the government encourages Canadians to buy locally whenever possible. If your usual grocery staples or household goods are on this list, you might need to alter your shopping cart.

To make the transition easier, you can check out our list of locally-made grocery items to replace US products.

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Quebec Premier François Legault is gearing up for a counterattack against the 25% tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on goods from Canada and Mexico to the U.S. While originally set for February, the new tariffs officially took effect at midnight on March 4, 2025.

In a Monday interview with Radio-Canada host Patrice Roy, the premier warned that these tariffs could have a serious impact on Quebec’s job market, estimating that up to 160,000 jobs could be lost over the next six months — 60,000 more than initially expected when the trade crisis began.

“At the moment, I’m very motivated to fight against Mr. Trump,” Legault said in a clip from the interview that was later shared to his Instagram page. “I feel a certain obligation to use the tools I know best, like la Caisse de Depot, like Investissement Quebec, Hydro-Quebec, to protect Quebecers.”

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Given the ongoing shakeup, the premier predicts that Quebec’s economy “will be completely different from what it is today” in one to two years. Earlier, in an LCN interview , the head of government said that “If Mr. Trump does this for four years, we will have to completely review the economy of Quebec.”

Despite the concerns, though, Legault suggested that Quebec may have some leverage and that Trump won’t follow through with his “25%” figure.

“I don’t think it’s going to be 25%, because we have products he can’t do without,” he told Roy, pointing to examples like wood, electricity and aluminum.

When asked whether Quebec would follow Ontario’s lead in cutting electricity exports to the United States, Legault emphasized that “nothing should be ruled out.”

“I agree with Doug Ford,” he said. “Donald Trump must be made to pay the price for decisions that do not make sense.”

Back in February, Canada’s provincial and federal governments prepared a major response to Trump’s threats: counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of products from the United States on day 1 of the American surtax coming into effect. If the Trump administration holds its ground and does not change its tune, a second wave of tariffs will be imposed, this time on the equivalent of $125 billion worth of U.S. goods.

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