Tariff Resources and Support

Business Development Canada (BDC) is committed to supporting Canadian businesses through this period of uncertainty. Explore the range of resources related to the international trade situation to help build your company’s resiliency.

Get information on the obligations, guidelines and procedures for reporting the goods to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

The Canada Tariff Finder enables Canadian businesses to check import or export tariffs for specific goods and markets, with a focus on countries with which Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. The tool shows the tariff rates generally applicable to all nations. It also shows the preferential rates applicable to Canada when a Free Trade Agreement is in place, including the phasing-out period of such tariffs when applicable.

The Canada Tariff Finder is the result of collaboration between BDC, EDC and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service of Global Affairs Canada.

Effective March 4, 2025, the Government of Canada is imposing 25 per cent tariffs on $30 billion in goods imported from the United States. Canadian companies the need to use US-based materials or goods can put forth a tariff remission request by using the remission request template found here.

Explore the list of U.S. products subject to Canadian Tariffs HERE.

Explore Canada’s free trade agreements, foreign investment promotion and protection agreements, plurilateral agreements and World Trade Organization agreements.

The Government of Canada has a comprehensive plan to fight back against the unjustified U.S. tariffs imposed on Canadian goods while supporting Canada’s interests, industries, and workers.

Export Development Canada (EDC) understands the challenges that exporters—the primary contributors to our economy—are confronting. The EDC Trade Impact Program will facilitate an additional $5 billion over two years in support for eligible companies across a range of products to help you navigate economic challenges.

To learn more and find out if you are an eligible Canadian exporter, CLICK HERE.

In the face of global market and trade uncertainty, it is imperative that Greater Sudbury
businesses diversify and strengthen their presence in new markets. The EMA Program is
designed to provide fast, targeted financial support to export-ready companies to support expansion outside of Ontario, both internationally and across the country.
If you’re looking to grow your export potential and build resilience, this program is your gateway to new opportunities.

With funding support from the GSDC, the EMA Program serves to showcase Greater Sudbury’s innovative products and services to new customers and assist companies with stabilizing and growing revenue.

Funding can be used to support a range of export focused marketing and sales activities for costs incurred between the date of application and December 31, 2025.

Who is Eligible?

Priority is given to private sector businesses with a clear plan to grow in new export markets.

To qualify, applicants must:
• Be a registered business (provincial or federal) with at least 12 months of established operations in Greater Sudbury
• Have either existing successful export operations or export-ready products/services with demonstrated capacity and market strategy
• Generate annual sales between $250,000 and $25 million
• Be fully compliant with all applicable laws and regulations
• Not receive other public funding for the same activities
• Ensure the project is aligned with their strategic trade priorities

Eligible Costs:*

• Participation in outgoing trade missions
• Ground transportation (e.g., car rental, fuel)
• Booth development, rental and exhibition costs
• Meals and accommodations (up to two employees, max $150/day per person)
• Return economy airfare (up to two employees)
• Marketing and promotional activities, including translation services

*All expenses must directly support export development activities in new and target markets. Additional costs not listed may be considered eligible at the discretion of the evaluation committee. The EMA committee reserves the right to determine the final eligibility of all proposed expenses.

Ineligible Costs:*

• Capital costs
• Operational expenses
• Training costs
• Mileage
• Travel and accommodations within Ontario
• Feasibility studies or proposal preparation
• Alcoholic beverages and gratuities
• Personal telecom charges (email, phone, etc.)
• Refundable taxes (e.g., HST)
• Costs incurred before the application date
• Costs related to previously completed projects

*Only pre-approved activities undertaken after application receipt and incurred before December 31, 2025, will be considered.

How to Apply:

For inquiries and to request an application form, please email the Investment and Business Development Team at [email protected] with “EMA 2025” in the subject line.

Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Funding is limited, and meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee approval.

This Government of Canada guide will provide you with resources to help you learn about foreign markets and make it easier for you to get your products to market.

Department of Finance

• Tax relief and support for businesses affected by tariffs

• Government launches consultations on trade measures to prevent diversion of steel products into Canada

• Support for Canadian businesses and workers

Global Affairs Canada

• Supporting Canadian exporters through United States tariff challenges

• Canada’s Trade Agreements

• Diversify your exports with the Trade Commissioner Service

• Expand your business into new markets

• Doing business in the United States

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

• Programs and services to help your business grow

• Expert advisory service

• Tools, funding and resources

Agriculture and Agri-food Canada

• Support for Canadian agriculture and agri-food industries impacted by trade disruptions

Farm Credit Canada

• Trade Disruption Customer Support Program 

Export Development Canada

• Preparing your business for tariffs: A checklist for exports

• Trade Impact Program

Business Development Bank of Canada

• Support for Canadian businesses impacted by uncertainty around US tariffs

The Government of Canada Trade Commissioner Service offers a Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting that will help you get your business export-ready and well positioned for commercial success abroad. Learn the essential principles of exporting whether you are a novice, intermediate or advanced exporter.

The Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce has complied a list of up-to-date valuable resources with important information on how these tariffs will affect Canadian businesses.

The Ontario Government operates a network of International Trade and Investment Offices, located in Canadian diplomatic Missions around the world. Working closely with Canadian federal, provincial and municipal partners, these offices raise Ontario’s profile and build commercial relations in key global markets.

York University in collaboration with CIFAL York and United Nations Institute for Training and Research are hosing a bi-weekly, 1-hour co-creation speakers series exploring the sector-by-sector impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian business supply chains. Industry experts will discuss key challenges and strategies for building resilience, localization, and supply chain diversification amid shifting trade dynamics

Based on the recent implementation of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, several key industry sectors in Canada are significantly impacted. Each session will highlight a sector, and also provide updates with the ones previously discussed.

Dates: APR 10 | APR 24 | MAY 8 | MAY 22 | JUN 5 | JUN 19 | JUL 3
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET

The best of everything is made right here in Ontario…

By simply buying Ontario Made products, you are directly supporting incredible manufacturers, makers, retailers, and their employees in your community, including cars, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, technology, food, clothing, and more.

Ontario Made has created a list of Ontario-made products.

For manufacturers
Show off your local products with pride – get increased exposure to consumers and promote your products more clearly with the Ontario Made logo.

For retailers
Help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and receive complimentary merchandising materials to better showcase your Ontario-made products.

The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF), offered by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, provides financial support to help companies make near-term investments that enable them to:

• Expand into interprovincial markets
• Develop new customer bases
• Re-shore critical supply chains

The program is particularly focused on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Its goal is to strengthen local capacity, enhance trade resiliency, and help businesses grow in the face of international trade challenges.

You can find full program details here: Ontario Together Trade Fund | ontario.ca

To help businesses learn more, an informational webinar will be held on June 19th from 1:00–2:00 p.m. The session will provide an overview of the program and offer an opportunity to ask questions and receive direct feedback. A flyer with more details is attached.

If you’re interested in attending, please register HERE.

The Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) has launched their new campaign: Shop Main Street Canada. Support Local.

This movement urges Canadians to embrace a local-first mindset, recognizing the essential role Main Street businesses play in driving economic prosperity, job creation, and vibrant communities.

As national organizations continue to survey and analyze the impacts of tariffs on Canadian businesses the results of those studies will be added to the list below:

• Bank of Canada: Evaluating the potential impacts of U.S. tariffs
• CBC: Everything you want to know about the Canada-U.S. tariffs FAQ
• CFIB: Insights on the impact of U.S.-Canada tariffs
• KPMG: Prolonged Tariff Impact Survey Results
• Statistics Canada: Canadian Survey on Interprovincial Trade
• Toronto Region Board of Trade: Weathering the Storm: A Canadian SME Playbook for Navigating US-Canada Tariffs

Despite U.S. tariffs imposed on Canada under the United States (U.S.) International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), Canadian exporters can still benefit from duty‑free access to the U.S., if their goods are Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) compliant.

Being CUSMA compliant means that goods meet the CUSMA rules of origin and qualify for preferential tariff treatment.