Canadian food companies want to source and sell locally grown products, but know they need to keep prices affordable.

Canadian consumers are scrutinizing countries of origin more closely in the grocery-store aisles, wanting to support local farmers and avoid tariff-related price hikes.

While big grocery chains have had to pivot to meet this demand, smaller independents and meal-subscription services that have long had a local-first approach are reaping the rewards.

“We’re a small local business, and we do try to support [other] local businesses as much as possible,” says Tamara McKay, public relations and social media manager for Gateway Meat Market .

Gateway, an independently owned and operated meat shop in Dartmouth, N.S., is known for its personal service and affordable prices. Th

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