Will higher border exemtions lower CDN prices for consumer goods in the long run.

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The border exemptions are now $800 for every 48 hours, Canadians are crossing to the US to buy goods in droves. Things cost 35 - 40% less south of the border and booze is about 33% cheaper. Will lower border exemptions lower prices in Canada in the long run?

 

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Remember the first time you took an economics class in high school? One of the first lessons you get is about economies of scale. 300+ million people vs 30 million people.