Tariff Resources for Businesses
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In the news
Latest developments in tariffs and global trade
May 4, 2026: Prime Minister Carney strengthens trade and security partnerships with European nations
April 29, 2026: Prime Minister Carney announces Team Canada Strong – a nationwide plan to recruit up to 100,000 skilled trades workers
March 6, 2026: Prime Minister Carney forges new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Japan across defence, energy, trade, and technology
March 5, 2026: Prime Minister Carney elevates partnership with Australia in critical minerals, defence, and artificial intelligence
March 2, 2026: Prime Minister Carney secures ambitious new partnership with India focused on energy, talent, and technology
February 9, 2026: Prime Minister Carney secures new economic, security, and talent partnerships with Luxembourg
January 16, 2026: Prime Minister Carney forges new strategic partnership with the People’s Republic of China focused on energy, agri-food, and trade
August 1, 2025: Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Canada-U.S. trade
July 21, 2025: Ontario signs new free trade agreements with British Columbia and Canada’s three territories
June 3, 2025: United States announces adjustments to imports of aluminum and steel - doubles tariffs
May 28, 2025: Ontario introduces seventh Working for Workers Act
May 26, 2025: Ontario helping workers access skills training faster
April 16, 2025: Ontario unlocking free trade within Canada
April 15, 2025: Canada announces new support for Canadian businesses affected by U.S. tariffs
April 8, 2025: Canada announces counter tariffs on non-CUSMA compliant auto imports from the United States to come into force on April 9
April 7, 2025: Ontario provides $11 billion in relief and support for workers and businesses to protect the economy from the impact of U.S. tariffs
April 3, 2025: Canada announces new countermeasures in response to tariffs from the United States of America
April 2, 2025: United States announce reciprocal tariffs for all countries (except Canada and Mexico) as of April 5, 2025
March 26, 2025: United States imposes 25 per cent tariffs on auto imports
March 24, 2025: Oakville enhances procurement rules to support Canadian and Ontario businesses amid tariff measures between the U.S. and Canada
March 21, 2025: Mark Carney announces tariff relief for Canadian businesses
March 13, 2025: Canada imposes 25 per cent tariffs on $29.8billion in U.S. products following U.S. tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel
March 11, 2025: Ontario suspends 25 per cent surcharge on U.S.-bound electricity exports
March 10, 2025: Ontario Applies 25 Per Cent Surcharge on Electricity Exports to United States
March 8, 2025: United States suspends tariffs on goods that qualify for the USMCA preference
March 7, 2025: Canada announces support programs for impacted businesses
March 6, 2025: United States adjusts tariffs on the automotive industry
March 4, 2025: Canada announces robust tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs
March 3, 2025: United States proceeds with tariffs on Canadian and Mexican products
February 26, 2025: Oakville Council unanimously signals support of the work of Canada and Ontario governments to counter proposed U.S. tariffs
February 10, 2025: The U.S. imposes a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports
February 3, 2025: United States government pauses tariffs on Canadian products for 30 days
February 2, 2025: Government of Canada announces next steps in its response plan to unjustified U.S. tariffs
February 2, 2025: List of products from the United States subject to 25 per cent tariffs
February 1, 2025: Canada announces $155B tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs
January 27, 2025: Province investing $100 million in job training to protect Ontario workers
Tools and resources
Tariff tools
- Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)’s Member Needs Help: Canada/US Trade Relations platform is open to all Canadian manufacturers, providing expert insights and solutions
- FAQs: Export Development Canada (EDC)’s United States market intelligence
- Explore the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CCC)’s Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker
- Canada Tariff Finder: Find tariff rates for specific products and countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement
- Toronto Region Board of Trade's SME Playbook for Navigating US-Canada Tariffs
- Trade Commissioner Service: Expand globally with Canada’s free trade agreements
- Trade Commissioner Service: 2025 State of Trade report
- Trade Data Online: Find trade data (import/export trends, key markets, trade flows) by product
Made in Ontario/Canada resources
- Made in Canada
- Ontario Made
- Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing’s Manufacturing Ecosystem Map
- Well Made in Canada
Trade missions, events, trainings and webinars
Explore the Trade Commissioner Service Events and Training Calendar for additional opportunities for your business in 2026.
Global Energy Show (GES) 2026 - Calgary, AB
Industry: Chemicals and plastics, Clean technologies, Oil and gas, Information and communications technologies, Industrial machinery
Held in Calgary, Canada’s energy hub, Global Energy Show Canada (GES) is the premier business-to-business (B2B) exhibition and conference for the energy sector. It brings together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to address global energy challenges and showcase Canada’s leadership in the energy transition.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) will participate in the show to help Canadian companies connect with international markets. Participants will gain access to international buyers and Trade Commissioners from key markets. Companies will be presented with valuable insights and opportunities to establish meaningful business connections.
Registration deadline: May 22, 2026
Register for the Global Energy Show
CANSEC 2026 - Ottawa, ON
Industry: Defence and security
CANSEC showcases leading-edge technology, products and services for land-based, naval, aerospace and joint forces military units. This two-day event is the largest and most important defence industry trade show in Canada. Trade Commissioners from key markets around the world will be onsite and available to meet with export-ready Canadian companies to provide market insight.
Application deadline: May 27, 2026
CIDE - São Paulo, Brazil
Industry: Clean technologies, Information and communications technologies, Infrastructure, Ocean technologies
CIDE is Brazil’s leading conference focused on innovation in electricity distribution. Organized by Grupo O Setor Elétrico and Instituto Abradee da Energia, the event brings together executives, utilities, technology providers, startups and regulators. It focuses on the future of energy distribution, including digitalization, decarbonization and resilience.
Register deadline: June 10, 2026
BIX (Bioplus-Interphex Korea) 2026
Event type: Trade show
Date: October 27 to 30, 2026
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Industry: Life sciences
Application deadline: June 19, 2026
Canada is taking centre stage as the Country of Honour at BIX 2026, one of Korea’s top biopharma and biomanufacturing events. The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) and Health Emergency Readiness Canada (HERC) are leading a Canadian business delegation to help companies connect with Korean biopharma leaders, CDMOs, investors, and research partners. Delegation programming starts October 27, followed by BIX from October 28-30, 2026.
Gamescom 2026
Event type: Trade show
Date: August 26 to 28, 2026
Location: Cologne, Germany
Industry: Creative industries, Information and communications technologies
Registration deadline: August 17, 2026
Gamescom is an annual trade show in Cologne, Germany. It is Europe's most important trade show for interactive entertainment, and the largest gaming event in the world. Canada, through the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), has had a strong presence at Gamescom in recent years, with participation from more than 80 Canadian companies and organisations. The Canada Pavilion serves as a shared lounge and meeting space for the Canadian delegation participating through the TCS. It provides TCS clients with a central hub to network, meet buyers and industry contacts, and explore partnership opportunities. The Pavilion is accessible to all Canadian organisations attending Gamescom as part of the official TCS delegation.
European Space Agency’s Industry Space Days
Event type: Trade show
Date: September 16 to 17, 2026
Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands
Industry: Aerospace, Information and communications technologies, Defence and security
Registration deadline: June 30, 2026
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Industry Space Days bring together organisations from across the space sector to explore partnership and business opportunities.
Canadian companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), can introduce themselves to the broader space community through pre-arranged business-to-business (B2B) meetings and the industry exhibition. Participants can also engage with ESA and other key stakeholders, and showcase their technologies and services by reserving an exhibition booth.
Check back soon for updates on upcoming trainings and webinars.
Global Affairs Canada's Quarterly Economic and Trade Report
Spring 2026
Highlights:
- Global GDP and trade slowed in Q4 2025, but full-year merchandise trade still grew a strong 4.4 per cent thanks to early‑year strength.
- Canada’s economy shrank at a 0.6 per cent annualized pace in Q4 due to inventory reductions, yet still grew 1.7 per cent in 2025 - slightly above the Bank of Canada’s earlier projection and avoiding recession.
- Exports rose 3.1 percent in Q4, driven by gold. U.S.-bound exports fell to a record‑low share, but a surge in non‑U.S. markets offset the decline, leaving 2025 export growth at 0.7 per cent.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects global GDP to grow by 3.3 per cent in 2026, supported by strong technology investment in North America and Asia, alongside continued fiscal and monetary support. For Canada, the Bank of Canada expects growth to slow to 1.1 per cent in 2026, as net exports weigh on the expansion, while public consumption and government spending provide positive contributions.
Helpful links and information
Industry organizations and business associations
- Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada
- Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA)
- Canada-Ontario Export Forum (COEF)
- Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
- Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
- Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA)
- Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)
- Food and Beverage Ontario (FBO)
- Global Auto Makers of Canada
- Life Sciences Ontario (LSO)
- Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing
Funding opportunities
- Fundica
- Canada Small Business Financing Program
- Business Benefits Finder
- EDC Trade Impact Program
- Government of Canada remission process
- Farm Credit Canada
- Business Development Bank of Canada
- CanExport Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
- Ontario Together Trade Fund
- Protect Ontario Financing Program
- Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI)
Business support services
- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC): browse through their Resources to support businesses in the face of trade uncertainty page
- Export Development Canada (EDC): provides trade insights, financial solutions, insurance, equity, and critical connections to Canadian companies looking to export. Explore their EDC solutions to navigate uncertainty page.
- Halton Region Go Global: A hub of resources and support for local small to medium-sized businesses that are looking to scale up, export and go global.
- Halton Region Small Business Centre Centre - Small Business Recovery Program
- Innovation Factory: Business accelerator for tech innovation businesses in Halton Region and Hamilton. Available to provide support and business guidance in navigating tariff challenges.
- Trade Commissioner Service: offers funding and support programs, international opportunities, and access to their global network of trade commissioners for Canadian businesses
Chambers of Commerce
Stay informed!
- Trade Commissioner Service: Understanding CUSMA compliance
- Trade Commissioner Service: Self-serve resources for problem solving
- Department of Finance Canada: Canada's response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods
- Global Affairs Canada: Canada's engagement with the United States
- Trade Commissioner Service: Supporting Canadian exporters through United States tariff challenges
- Global Affairs Canada: Key facts about Canada’s competitiveness for foreign direct investment
- Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC): Canada-U.S. Core Facts - Jan 7
- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC): The impact of potential tariffs: How to get your business ready
- Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB): Canada-U.S. Trade War
- CFIB: Impact of the U.S.-Canada tariff situation on businesses
- Toronto Region Board of Trade: Talking Points: Cross-Border Trade
- BDO: What the next U.S. administration means for Canadian businesses
- Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Which Canadian Cities Are Most Exposed to Trump’s Tariffs?