U.S. tariff resources for Southwestern Ontario businesses
Given Southwestern Ontario’s diverse economy and U.S. trade ties, we’re here to help you navigate change. This page offers key insights, advocacy efforts, and business resources to support you.
Explore the latest updates, find ways to adapt, and share your perspective as these developments unfold.
- On March 4, 2025, U.S. tariffs of 25 per cent on Canadian goods, and 10 per cent on energy exports from Canada imported into the U.S. from Canada, came into effect. The U.S. has also imposed additional 25 per cent tariffs on certain industries, including steel, aluminum and autos, as of March 12.
- List of products from the United States subject to 25 per cent tariffs effective March 4, 2025.
- Canada announces robust tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs.
- Canadian businesses importing from the U.S. should anticipate the impact of retaliatory duties, while those exporting to the U.S. may experience significant market disruptions.
- Connect with your TechAlliance Venture Growth Advisor for tailored assistance.
- Help us advocate on your behalf. Provide your feedback.
- Do you support or have concerns about Canada's response to U.S. tariffs? Have your say.
- U.S. tariffs survey results by Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
- The Trade Commissioner Service helps Canadian businesses grow with confidence by connecting them with its funding and support programs, international opportunities, and its network of trade commissioners in over 160 cities worldwide. The CanExport funding program for SMEs is a great option.
- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) provides financing solutions and advice to small and medium-sized businesses in all industries and at every stage of growth.
- Export Development Canada (EDC) helps Canadian companies of all sizes succeed in global markets with trade knowledge, financial solutions, insurance, equity and connections.
- Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is a dedicated lender for the agriculture and agri-food sectors and provides a range of financial products and services to support Canadian farmers and business related to farming.
- The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
- The Work-Sharing Program helps employers and employees avoid layoffs, when there is a temporary decrease in the normal level of business activity that is beyond the control of the employer.
- The government is also taking steps to mitigate the impact of its tariff countermeasures on Canadian workers and businesses by establishing a remission process to consider requests for exceptional relief from the tariffs imposed as part of Canada's immediate response, as well as any future tariff actions.
- $5 billion through Export Development Canada (EDC) for the Trade Impact Program to help exporters reach new markets for Canadian products and help companies navigate economic challenges of non-payment, currency fluctuations, lack of access to cash flows, and barriers to expansion.
- $1 billion in financing through Farm Credit Canada (FCC) to reduce financial barriers for the Canadian agriculture and food industry, by helping to address cash flow challenges.
- $500 million in loans through the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to support businesses directly targeted by tariffs.
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See eventsTo understand the concerns, needs and experiences of our tech ecosystem, we would appreciate your insights. Your feedback can help guide our response to these changes and identify areas where we can offer support or advocacy.
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