Wine Growers of Canada says scrapping provincial trade barriers could add billions to Canada’s economy. In a report commissioned by the group, the organization argues that policy changes that reduce restrictions between provinces would help the wine sector expand and increase sales. The report links the potential growth to a scenario where Canadians buy and drink more wine produced in Canada. According to the figures cited by both outlets, the additional economic value could reach $3.7 billion tied to increased domestic consumption of homegrown wine. The sources describe the proposal as focused on trade barriers within Canada rather than on international tariffs, emphasizing that provincial rules can limit distribution and market access for wineries operating across multiple jurisdictions. While the outlets highlight the potential size of the economic gain, neither source indicates that specific legislation is already in place or provides details on a specific plan adopted by governments. Overall, the coverage centers on the group’s assessment that reducing internal barriers would strengthen the wine sector and deliver broader economic benefits.