The Globe and Mail reports in its Friday edition that Ontario Premier Doug Ford is open to reinstating United States alcohol in stores, even if President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian autos and products are not fully eliminated. The Globe's Adrian Morrow and Laura Stone write that as Prime Minister Mark Carney's trade representatives negotiate in Washington, Mr. Ford expressed willingness to collaborate to avoid Mr. Trump's upcoming tariffs set for Aug. 19. Mr. Ford did not call for an end to all U.S. tariffs as a condition for lifting his alcohol ban, which has been in place since March, 2025. He outlined the sectors that would need to be included in a trade pact. "If we get a fair deal that will protect our steel sector, our auto sector, our forestry sector, our agricultural sector, manufacturing sector, then we'd be more than happy to bring booze back on shelves," he said, adding Quebec's aluminum sector to his list of requirements in response to another question. The Globe says co-operation of Mr. Ford and other premiers could be crucial in reaching a deal. The current proposal would have the U.S. reduce Mr. Trump's tariffs on autos, steel and aluminum in exchange for Canada meeting several American demands.