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In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: The 'Buy Canadian' movement inflicts some collateral damage.

In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill — our journalists work for you. Their mission is to dig for answers and tell you what they find.

This new feature — ‘Closer Look’ — is a chance to hear directly from those reporters and editors. These conversations go beyond the headlines, helping viewers better understand how we gather the details that land in your local news feed.

On tonight's episode: Pity the owner of your local duty free shop.

As U.S. President Donald Trump intensifies his tariff war against Canada, one sector in particular is bracing for impact: duty free stores.

Sales have plummeted at outlets on this side of the border as more and more Canadians are choosing not to travel into the United States — and consequently, not purchase any goods on the way over.

The situation is so dire that the newly formed Border Mayors Alliance is calling on the federal government to financially support duty free store owners.

SEE: Duty free shops in 'a tough spot' amid ongoing trade war

SooToday reporter Greg McGrath-Goudie has been covering the story and joins us tonight with all the details. You can read his latest article HERE.

Stay tuned for more episodes of ‘Closer Look’ every weeknight at 7 p.m. ​You can find all our previous segments HERE.

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