The agreement is designed to provide mutual recognition for products like clothing, toys and vehicles but doesn't address barriers on food

B.C. Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon signed an agreement with all other provinces and territories on Wednesday that he says will allow for free movement of most goods across Canada by Christmas.

The deal, spearheaded by B.C., provides mutual recognition of standards for clothing, children’s toys, automobiles and more, although food and liquor have been excluded for now.

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It means that if a good is deemed acceptable in one province or territory in Canada, it is acceptable to all 13 provinces and territories.

Kahlon told reporters the agreement is a big step in the fight to ensure Canada’s economy remains strong in the face of the tariff

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