Why buy local in 2025? A pass on the palette of our economy… and your wallet!
by Hugo Lacasse on Apr 07, 2025
At Force Hockey , we don't just sell sticks—we change the game.
In a turbulent economic climate, marked by a tariff war between Canada and the United States, it has never been more important to buy local . Not just to encourage businesses like ours, but to protect your purchasing power , stimulate the local economy , and reduce our dependence on imported products .
⚠️ Customs tariffs hurt... except when you buy locally
The United States has imposed new tariffs on several product categories, and Canada has retaliated. The result? Everything costs more. Hockey equipment, especially imported equipment, is no exception.
Buying your poles from a Canadian company like ours means avoiding these hidden costs, cutting out middlemen , and getting performance without compromise .
🏒 Our sticks: All Black prototypes, same quality… at a third price
Our All Black Prototypes are high-end models comparable to those used by the pros—but without the $400 or $500 price tag.
➡️ Visit our collection here: https://hockeyforce.com/collections/frontpage
✔️ One-piece construction
✔️ 100% carbon
✔️ Precise flex and curve
✔️ Warranty included
✔️ Fast shipping to Canada
In short, it's the same caliber as the big brands , for a fraction of the price. Why pay for other people's marketing when you can pay for performance?
📊 The real impact of buying local
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According to the Quebec Retail Council (CQCD) , 78% of Quebecers have been shopping more in Quebec stores since the pandemic.
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An AppEco study shows that a dollar spent on a Quebec product generates 3.8 times more GDP than if it were spent on an imported product.
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And what about jobs? That same dollar supports 3.5 times more jobs here than if it were spent elsewhere.
By purchasing a stick from Force Hockey, you are contributing to a local chain that includes:
🔁 our team in Lévis,
📦 our Quebec warehouses,
👨👩👦 our employees and their families,
🎯 and our vision for expansion in Quebec and Canada.
💬 Buying local is more than just an economic act. It's a statement.
It's saying we believe in our world. We value local quality, service, and innovation. We don't need an American logo to tell us what's good.
At Force Hockey, we are proud to be a 100% Quebec brand , created by hockey enthusiasts, for hockey enthusiasts.
So, the next time you're shopping for a club, give your local a pass. Support local. Support local power.
