Calgary Muslim Community Boycotts U.S. Alcohol and Pork in Response to Tariffs

In a show of solidarity with fellow Canadians, the Calgary Muslim community has announced a boycott of all U.S. alcohol and pork products in response to the 25% tariff imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump against Canada.

“He has gone too far this time,” said Malik Ashraf of the Green Dome Mosque in an interview with the press. “We will be boycotting all alcohol and pork products from the America.” When asked if the boycott would continue after the trade dispute is resolved, Ashraf responded, “This is technically, a ‘Trade Jihad’ for us… we will be doing the boycotting for life.” The announcement, made during the month of Ramadan, raised questions about how the community would adjust their iftar—the meal to break the fast. Ashraf assured alternatives were available, stating, “Qarshi Jam-E-Shirin” would be used instead. He noted, “The Boston Pizza in Saddletown Circle is halal, and they provide it for free during iftar.” He then proceeded to ask for donations.

Meanwhile, the Calgary Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at has announced the cancellation of its annual “Qadianis in Vegas” trip to Las Vegas in protest of the same tariffs. When questioned about the permissibility of gambling within Islam, a spokesperson for the group responded, “This is a communal, societal-type issue,” before brushing off the media.

Despite the boycott announcement, shares of Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BF.B), the parent company of Jack Daniel’s, remained steady throughout trading hours. Any potential decline was offset by a new major investment from the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia.