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Weekly Trade & Tariffs Updates
🗓️ Latest Weekly Update: Week of August 1, 2025
The City of Brampton is taking action to support businesses and strengthen economic resilience.
The City’s Tariff Action Plan is a strategic response to U.S. tariffs, further reinforcing Brampton’s commitment to business expansion, economic diversification, innovation and global competitiveness.
As of August 1, 2025, the United States tariffs on key Canadian exports, include:
As tariff measures continue to evolve and remain subject to change, we understand the importance of supporting local businesses in navigating trade and are committed to providing the latest news and updates as information becomes available.
In response to U.S. Tariffs, the Government of Canada has implemented counter-tariffs on various U.S. imports and introduced support measures to assist affected businesses.
Stay updated on the latest developments and how these measures will impact our economy and business community, as Canada continues to stand strong in support of its industries and future prosperity.
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The City of Brampton and Invest Brampton – Economic Development Office has launched a Stand for Canada procurement policy, strengthening our commitment to protecting Canadian businesses in response to U.S. tariffs by:
Mayor Patrick Brown hosts the inaugural meeting of the Mayors Tariff Task Force joined by Brampton business leaders and City officials to discuss the local impact of US tariffs and explore strategies for economic resilience.
The Invest Brampton Economic Development team is dedicated to supporting local businesses during this challenging period. This centralized resource hub offers real-time updates, expert guidance, and opportunities for businesses to engage in advocacy efforts.
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade | Tuesday, August 18, 8:30 AM
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade | Tuesday, August 19, 8:30 AM
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade | Tuesday, September 9, 9:30 AM.
Explore information and interactive tools from Export Development Canada to help your business navigate the current trade environment:
Canadian companies experiencing impacts from retaliatory trade measures can apply for tariff relief through this federal process, which allows duty remissions on a case-by-case basis. Contact Finance Canada at remissions-remises@fin.gc.ca.
To help businesses facing reduced activity due to U.S. tariffs, the Work-Sharing Program offers temporary income support for employees working reduced hours, allowing employers to avoid layoffs while recovering. Special measures are in place from March 7, 2025, to March 6, 2026, specifically for companies impacted by the threat or realization of tariffs.
The Ontario Together Trade Fund supports businesses making near-term investments to expand interprovincial trade, re-shore supply chains, and tap into new markets, strengthening Ontario’s trade security and diversification. Continuous intake begins April 23, 2025.
Designed for large Canadian companies impacted by tariffs, this facility offers loans starting at $60 million to support businesses experiencing limited access to conventional financing options.
Through the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), eligible businesses can apply for up to $2 million in flexible, low-cost financing to adapt and grow in the face of tariffs or supply chain disruptions.
BDC offers strategic financing and advisory services to help small and medium-sized businesses strengthen export capabilities and navigate global trade uncertainty.
The Canada Border Services Agency provides duty relief programs that help businesses remain competitive by reducing or eliminating certain import duties under qualifying circumstances.
A two-year, $5 billion initiative that helps Canadian exporters navigate tariff-related impacts, expand globally and grow their presence in new markets.
Farm Credit Canada offers tailored lending solutions to support agri-food businesses affected by global trade disruptions. These programs help maintain cash flow and support transitions during market uncertainty.
Offered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), this program lets eligible businesses bring in commercial goods without paying duties, provided the goods are later exported.
Canadian businesses can claim duty refunds on imported goods that are later exported, either as-is or after manufacturing. Refunds also apply to obsolete or surplus goods with no domestic value that are shipped abroad.
The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) has launched new tools to help Canadian exporters navigate CUSMA compliance.
Service Canada Call Center: Need help with CUSMA compliance? Call their dedicated support line at 1-833-760-1167 .
For small and medium-sized enterprise (SMEs), this dedicated line aims to provide callers with information on becoming CUSMA-compliant, answering common questions related to the CUSMA rules of origin and exporter eligibility.
Stay updated on the latest developments and how these measures will impact our economy and business community, as Canada continues to stand strong in support of its industries and future prosperity.
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Stay updated on the latest developments and how these measures will impact Brampton’s economy and business community, as Canada continues to stand strong in support of its industries and future prosperity.
Click here to see a list of products from the United States subject to 25 per cent tariffs effective March 4, 2025.
In relation to requests for remission of the tariffs that apply beginning on March 4, 2025, the Government will consider requests for remission in the following instances:
To address situations where goods used as inputs cannot be sourced domestically, either on a national or regional basis, or reasonably from non-U.S. sources.
To address, on a case-by-case basis, other exceptional circumstances that could have severe adverse impacts on the Canadian economy.
Please submit any inquiries or remission requests to remissions-remises@fin.gc.ca, including “U.S. Remission” in the subject line. For more information and to obtain a template for your submission, click here.
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