Explore resources, funding and weekly updates tailored to Brampton businesses impacted by tariffs.
Brampton’s Tariff Resource Hub offers the tools, funding and expert support businesses need to navigate tariffs, diversify trade and expand into new markets.
Trade & Tariffs Updates
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) are unlawful. In response, the U.S. Administration announced a new 10% global tariff on most foreign goods, effective immediately, while Canadian exports that qualify for CUSMA remain exempt.
Industry-specific tariffs remain in place including:
Upcoming: Free Trade Commission’s review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), scheduled for July 1, 2026
The City’s Tariff Action Plan remains focused on strengthening economic resilience, supporting business expansion, and helping Brampton companies navigate changing trade conditions.
As the situation evolves, we will continue to monitor developments closely and update this page with the latest information available.
CanExport SMEs is now accepting applications
The CanExport SMEs program is now accepting applications, offering Canadian small and medium-sized businesses up to $50,000 in funding to support export development and market expansion.
Eligible businesses can receive funding to help cover costs related to:
✔ Market research and export planning
✔ Trade shows and international marketing
✔ Translation and localization of marketing materials
✔ Travel for business development in new markets
✔ Product certifications required for export
New Federal Measure For Groceries and Essentials Benefit
On January 26, 2026, the Government of Canada introduced the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, an affordability measure designed to support more than 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians.
While primarily a household support program, measures like this can also carry broader economic implications.
Major Funding Opportunity for Brampton’s Defence Sector Growth & Supply Chain Integration
FedDev Ontario’s Regional Defence Investment Initiative offers southern Ontario businesses and organizations up to $10 million in funding to help them integrate into domestic and international defence supply chains, enhance industrial and innovation capacity and grow in the defence sector.
Funding Available:
Major Funding Opportunity for Brampton’s Food & Beverage and Agribusiness Community
The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are investing up to $20 million through the Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative to help farmers, food processors and agribusinesses sell more Ontario-grown products around the world.
Funding Available:
Major Funding Opportunity for Brampton’s Innovation and Advanced Manufacturing Community
Businesses can now access up to $10M in funding to scale into defence and dual-use sectors through Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de …’s Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII).
Funding Available:
Get Up to $10M to Boost Productivity and Find New Markets
The Government of Canada is investing nearly $160 million to help southern Ontario businesses overcome trade disruptions, strengthen supply chains and expand into new markets.
Through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) program, eligible businesses and organizations can apply for up to $10 million in funding to support projects that enhance productivity, reduce costs and drive long-term competitiveness.
Up to $10 million in funding to help overcome trade disruptions and expand into new markets.
Up to $5 million in funding and support for businesses impacted by tariffs looking scale and expand into new markets.
Up to $5 billion in federal funding to help businesses in tariff-impacted sectors innovate, adapt and compete in a changing global economy.
Up to $5M in loans to modernize operations, offset costs, and adapt to changing markets.
Loans for small businesses for equipment, leasehold improvements and more.
Term loan of $250,000+ to support working capital costs for Ontario businesses impacted by tariffs.
FCC is providing $1 billion in funding to support Canadian agriculture and food industry alleviate tariff impacts.
Loans with minimum of $60 million for large Canadian enterprises affected by current and future tariffs and countermeasures.
Helps secure financing for businesses looking to grow internationally.
Helps innovative businesses enter foreign markets.
Offers support for Canadian exporters impacted by economic challenges, including financing and market expansion.
Tariff Remissions Process
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.
Access government programs and services designed for Canadian businesses.
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.
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.
Supports Canadian company trade show participation at the world’s premier food and beverage events.
Provides EI benefits to participating employees working reduced hours, helping tariff-impacted employers retain workers.
Federal programs and incentives available to businesses.
The Canada Border Services Agency provides duty relief programs that help businesses remain competitive by reducing or eliminating certain import duties under qualifying circumstances.
Financial and advisory support for exporters.
Trade agreements, tariffs, and market access.
Provincial export assistance programs.
Supports agricultural businesses globally.
Guidance for businesses navigating trade policies.
Go Global – Brampton’s Global Business Centre
Discover how Brampton can help your business navigate new markets and expand your business internationally with confidence.
Get access to funding and tailored support programs to help you diversify your exports.
Canada’s export credit agency. It helps Canadian companies of all sizes navigate, manage, and take on risk, allowing them to grow and succeed in global markets.
Free export business portal to match your business with relevant events, resources and opportunities.
Helps businesses maximize revenue growth and unlocks new market opportunities.
Federal programs and incentives available to businesses.
Financial and advisory support for exporters.
Trade agreements, tariffs, and market access.
Helps businesses expand internationally.
Provincial export assistance programs.
Supports agricultural businesses globally.
View Government of Canada’s latest updates and information on U.S. tariffs.
Find tariff rates and trade agreements relevant to your business.
Tariff information and applicable HS codes for your product.
Tariff and duty information, sanctions, export and import controls and other rules that affect Canadian trade.
What are they and how do they impact international trade?
Chamber of Commerce
Industry Association
New Funding Opportunity Added to the Tariff Resource Hub
Hosted by FedDev Ontario & Invest Brampton – City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office
Learn how businesses can access up to $10 million in government funding to support growth, boost productivity and expand into new markets.
The Government of Canada is investing nearly $160 million to help southern Ontario businesses overcome trade disruptions, strengthen supply chains and expand into new markets.
Through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) program, eligible businesses and organizations can apply for up to $10 million in funding to support projects that enhance productivity, reduce costs and drive long-term competitiveness.
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.
Upcoming Events:
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.
Global Business Centre
For businesses looking to expand beyond Canada, take advantage of upcoming trade missions, events, and opportunities to connect with international partners.
Upcoming Ontario Trade Missions:
Click here to view the full Ontario trade and events calendar
Click here to view upcoming Canadian trade missions and events
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:
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.
How Are Tariffs Impacting Your Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
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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