Trade and tariff resources

• Tariffs, Rules and Regulations – Find information on tariff and duties, sanctions, export and import controls, and other rules that affect Canadian traders.
• Canada Tariff Finder – A free tool to determine tariffs for exporting Canadian products to different markets.
• List of products subject to tariffs - Explore the Government of Canada's list of products from the United States subject to 25 percent tariffs.
• Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) Trade Compliance Resources - Find information on importing/exporting goods, product classifications, duty deferral programs and more.

Tariff and Duty Remissions

The Government of Canada is outlining a process for how it will consider remission requests of tariffs on products from the United States that apply beginning on March 4, 2025. Under specific circumstances, remission allows for relief from the payment of tariffs, or the refund of tariffs already paid.

The Duty Deferral Program (DDP) is administered by the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) and is Canada’s main FTZ-type program that covers three components:

• Duties relief program – provides upfront duties relief
• Drawback program – provides repayment of import duties
• Customs bonded warehouse program (CBW) – allows for the deferral of duties and GST/HST for up to four years

Review the Duty Drawback Application Process on Canada.ca

This program may be relevant to you if you are an importer, exporter, processor, owner, or producer of goods which were subject to duties at the time of importation, and which have been subsequently exported from Canada. After the goods have been exported from Canada, a claim for a drawback (refund) of the duties paid on the imported goods may be filed.

International Trade and Export Services

• Government of Canada – International Trade and Investment – Find information on import, export, and investment in Canada and foreign markets, as well as trade or investment agreements. This includes access to a list of Canadian suppliers and importers who will help you to expand your business, buy or sell in Canada.
• Trade Commissioner Service – Provides assistance by connecting businesses with funding and support programs, international opportunities, and a network of trade commissioners in over 160 cities worldwide.
  • Find additional information on how the Trade Commission is supporting Canadian exporters through United States tariff challenges.

• CanExport SMEs – The Government of Canada CanExport SMEs program provides funding to help Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) break into international markets.

• Export Development Canada – Find financing and insurance solutions that support Canadian companies to increase their international exports while managing risks.
• Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters - Canada’s largest trade and industry association that represents manufacturers and exporters.

Supply Chains

• Ontario Made Directory - Explore a list of products and services made in Ontario.
• Canada Made Directory - Explore a list of products and services made in Canada.

• Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing - TrilliumGIS - This advanced manufacturing sector asset and ecosystem map contains information about more than 12,000 manufacturing establishments and 250 ecosystem partners in Ontario.

• Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC) Survey – Provide key insights to guide EMC's ongoing efforts to build and support a robust Canadian manufacturing supply chain.

• Start Up Canada – Tariff Toolkit – This toolkit is designed to support business owners by providing a comprehensive collection of national and regional support, events, and tariff information.

If you own a business in Waterloo, you may be eligible to receive resources to support your local storytelling. To receive campaign materials, you must either:

• have a business address in Waterloo, Ontario
• have a physical location in Waterloo (only to receive certain print materials)

• City of Waterloo Economic Development Office – Work with our team to explore trade programs, investment support, and business expansion strategies. 
• Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Trade Services – Access advocacy, trade certification, and business support services, including networking opportunities and market entry strategies for exporters.
• Additional resources and webinars around the topic of tariffs can be found on the Chamber’s ChamberCheck.ca webpage.
• Explore Waterloo Region – Explore local restaurants, attractions, shops, and events, including blogs and guides for shopping local.
• Uptown Waterloo BIA Directory - Focused specifically on the Uptown core, discover local shops, cafes, professional services, and more.
• Waterloo EDC Business Directory – From major global firms to innovative local startups, discover and connect with the businesses that are supporting our local economy.
• Waterloo Chronicle Business Directory – Promotes businesses in the community, often with special spotlights or features.
• Ontario Made Directory - Explore a list of products and services made in Ontario.
• Canada Made Directory - Explore a list of products and services made in Canada.
• Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing - TrilliumGIS – Explore this advanced manufacturing sector asset and ecosystem map that contains information about more than 12,000 manufacturing establishments and 250 ecosystem partners in Ontario.

Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC)

The Government of Ontario Regional Development Program - Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) Stream, provides financial support to advanced manufacturing companies with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises across Ontario. Eligible companies can get support to make investments in technology, equipment or skills to improve your competitiveness.

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) provides expert advice and financing solutions to help Canadian businesses make smart, considered decisions to help you succeed and mitigate risks when dealing with the impacts of tariffs.

Large Enterprise Tariff Loan (LETL)

Large Enterprise Tariff Loan (LETL) is a new financing facility announced by the Government of Canada to provide financing support for large Canadian enterprises affected by actual and potential new tariffs and countermeasures and which face challenges accessing traditional sources of market financing.

Ontario Together Trade Fund

The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) provides financial support to help businesses near-term investments so they can serve more interprovincial customers, develop new markets and re-shore critical supply chains in the face of U.S. tariffs. Projects must address the impacts of U.S. trade disruptions and align with Ontario’s key economic priorities, including trade diversity and trade security.

NEW - Protect Ontario Financing Program 

Protect Ontario Financing Program is designed to provide critical support for businesses that are facing significant tariff-related disruptions as a result of s.232 tariffs on steel, aluminum and autos. This fund will provide immediate relief for Ontario businesses that are facing s.232 tariff-related working capital challenges, such as payroll, lease and utility payments.

Learn more on the Ontario.ca web page

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund

The Government of Ontario Southwestern Ontario Development Fund provides support for projects and investments to growing companies for economic development in southwestern Ontario.

• deferred GST/HST remittances and corporate income tax payments from April 2 to June 30, 2025
• waived interest on GST/HST and T2 instalment and arrears payments that were required to be paid between April 2 and June 30, 2025
• provided interest relief on existing GST/HST and T2 balances between April 2 and June 30, 2025

Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) - Tax Incentives

The Government of Canada Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Incentives program is eligible to businesses who are engaged in scientific research and experimental development, where you may be able to earn tax incentives that reduce your income tax payable.

Skill Development Trade Fund (SDF) 

Work-Sharing Program

Employment and Social Development Canada Work-Share Program provides work-sharing special measures to support businesses affected by tariffs.

Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)

Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing