Canada/US Tariffs
Proposed tariffs have currently been delayed until March, 2025. We understand the uncertainty this may cause and want to assure you that BWG is actively monitoring the situation. We are working closely with our federal, provincial, and local partners to ensure our business community’s concerns are heard.
Advocacy on Your Behalf
- Ongoing Communications: BWG is in communication with Federal and Provincial representatives, as well as local government bodies, to gather information and advocate for the needs of BWG businesses.
- Keeping You Informed: We aim to keep you updated on any developments and encourage you to share your concerns so we can best represent you in discussions at all government levels.
- Complete Our Survey on potential tariff impacts. Your feedback will guide our discussions with government and help us refine our support strategies. Complete the survey here:https://forms.office.com/r/FnQL8Ra5Xn
Upcoming Events:
Customs Broker to Address Key Questions – Feb 6, 11:30am EST
Join EMC (Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium) for a virtual information session with a leading customs broker who will provide expert insights into navigating the challenges of potential trade disruptions. With the looming uncertainty surrounding Canada / US Trade Relations and their implications, this session will address critical questions.
| RSVP HERE |
Resources
- Federal Government of Canada –
- Updates on trade policy, tariff regulations, and potential relief programs:
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/business/trade.html - Government of Canada announces next steps in its response plan to unjustified U.S. tariffs – Canada.ca
- List of products from the United States subject to 25 per cent tariffs effective February 4, 2025 – Canada.ca
- Updates on trade policy, tariff regulations, and potential relief programs:
- Provincial Government (Ontario) – Information on provincial support for exporters/importers and trade relationships:
Building Fortress Am-Can: Ontario’s Am-Can growth plan | ontario.ca - Nottawasaga Futures – Local business support and funding opportunities:
https://nottawasaga.com - Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) – Advocacy group representing Ontario municipalities on policy matters:
https://www.amo.on.ca - Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC) – Manufacturing-focused information and resources on trade issues:
https://www.emccanada.org - Invest Ontario – Information about trade and investment support programs:
https://www.investontario.ca - Business Development Bank of Canada – Resources for businesses about potential tariff impacts: Resources for Canadian businesses facing potential U.S. tariffs | BDC.ca
- Bank of Canada – Evaluating the potential impacts of US tariffs – Bank of Canada
Stay Informed
- Sign Up for Our Mailing List if you’re interested in attending future sessions or roundtables related to tariffs. We will notify you as soon as more information becomes available.
Together, we can ensure BWG businesses remain competitive and informed. If you have any questions, please contact the Economic Development team at ecdev@townofbwg.com