B.C. based rock-star Matthew Good has cancelled several upcoming concerts in the United States.
In a post shared to social media, Good cited Canada’s decision to cancel a planned digital services tax as a key factor in his choice.
The tax, proposed by the federal government, was set to apply to large technology firms earning revenue in Canada through digital advertising, online platforms, and the sale of user data.
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed last month that Canada would not proceed with the tax as part of a condition to continue trade negotiations with the United States.
Good said he had concerns about continuing with the U.S. tour under the current trade climate and cited uncertainty around crossing the border.
The cancelled shows included stops in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo.
Good also encouraged fans to continue supporting the Canadian band Texas King, which had been scheduled to perform alongside him on the tour.
Matthew Good began his career in British Columbia and gained national recognition in the late 1990s with the Matthew Good Band.
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