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Protect Independent Authors and Cross-Border Cultural Exchange: Stop Unfair Tariffs on Canadian Books
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Target: Government of Canada, Minister of International Trade, and U.S. Trade Representatives
Goal: We urge the Canadian government to advocate for an exemption for books and small publishers in any new U.S. tariffs, and to support independent Canadian authors facing increased barriers to the U.S. market.
Martin Popoff, a Toronto-based author with over 135 books to his name, has dedicated his career to chronicling the history of rock music. His work is not only a testament to Canadian creativity, but also a vital bridge connecting fans and artists across borders.
However, the recent announcement that the U.S. will halt duties exemptions for shipments under $800 threatens to triple shipping costs for small Canadian publishers and authors. For Popoff and many others, nearly half their income comes from U.S. readers. This policy risks silencing unique Canadian voices and diminishing access to independent cultural works for American audiences.
Books are not just commodities—they are vessels of culture, history, and artistic expression. Imposing tariffs on books undermines the free exchange of ideas and disproportionately harms small businesses, independent creators, and readers. We call on the Canadian government to push for book exemptions in any new tariffs and to provide direct support to authors and publishers affected by these changes.
Key Demands
- Advocate for a full exemption for books and small publishers from new U.S. tariffs on shipments under $800.
- Establish emergency support and grants for Canadian authors and publishers facing increased export costs.
- Launch a public campaign highlighting the value of cross-border cultural exchange and the importance of independent publishing.
- Engage in direct negotiations with U.S. trade representatives to protect the interests of Canadian cultural workers.
- Create a task force to monitor the impact of trade policies on Canadian artists and propose long-term solutions.
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