The Richmond Hill Economic Development team is here to help businesses navigate tariff impacts. We are committed to working with Richmond Hill businesses to provide support, connect you with resources, and advocate for response programs.

The Government of Canada has announced a comprehensive response plan to support you, which includes:

• Canada's engagement with the U.S.
• Canada announces robust tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs

The assistance programs below are also available:

• Canada Business Benefits Finder
• Ontario Funding Programs
• Ontario Skills Development Fund: Training Stream
• Ontario Skills Development Fund: Capital Stream

Latest News

• Canada hits U.S. with tariffs on $29.8B worth of goods after Trump slaps levy on metals, CBC News, March 12, 2025
• Trump halts plan for 50% steel and aluminium tariffs on Canada, BBC, March 11, 2025
• Trump delays tariffs for goods covered under Mexico, Canada trade deal, Reuters, March 6, 2025
• Canada announces robust tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs, Government of Canada, March 4, 2025
• Richmond Hill Strengthens Support for Local Businesses Amid Tariff Uncertainty, City of Richmond Hill, February 28, 2025
• Trump says he'll hit Canadian goods with 25% tariff next week after month-long pause, CBC News, February 24, 2025
• Imposing Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across our Northern Border, United States Executive Order, February 1, 2025
• Canada announces $155B tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs, Government of Canada, February 1, 2025
• Committee on Internal Trade discusses bold actions to enhance Canada’s internal market, Government of Canada, January 31, 2025

Export Programs and Organizations

• Agriculture and Agri Food Canada: Programs and services supporting innovation, sustainable farming, business development, risk management, trade and market development.
• Business Development Bank of Canada: EDC’s sister financial crown corporation, business bank devoted to entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises.
• Canada Border Services Agency Export Program (CBSA): Canada-United States Relations – Federal trade agreements.
• Export Development Canada (EDC): Provides trade finance and risk mitigation services to Canadian companies involved in export trade.
• Exporting to World Markets: 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.
• Farm Credit Canada (FCC) – financial support to exporting agri-food companies.
• Forum for International Trade Training (FITT): Practical international business training, gold-standard industry backed credentials, and researched-based business resources and is affiliated with EDC.
• Global Affairs Canada: Federal agency that manages diplomatic relations, promote international trade and provide consular assistance.
• Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED): ISED works with Canadians in all areas of the economy and in all parts of the country to improve conditions for investment.
• Invest Ontario International Trade and Investment Offices: 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.
• Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development:  Responsible for EDC and a mandate to support and develop Canada’s export trade.
• Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC): Non-profit advocacy and member services organization with 60,000 members, including large multinational corporations, small-to-medium-sized enterprises, labour unions, postsecondary institutions, non-profits, associations and close to 150 chambers of commerce and boards of trade.
• Trade Commissioner Service (TCS): TCS helps companies navigate the complexities of international markets and make better business decisions and is on the ground in more than 160 cities worldwide.

Industry Resources

• Bennett-Jones Tarriff Preparedness Toolkit is designed to help companies determine their exposure and risk to the complexities of international trade and ensure they are well-equipped to handle any potential disruptions.
• Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs by the Department of Finance offers a comprehensive plan to fight back against the unjustified U.S. tariffs imposed on Canadian goods while supporting Canada's interests, industries, and workers.
• 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.
• Canada-US Trade Tracker launched by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) is a resource for companies.

• Canada-U.S. Trade by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) provides specialized business resources and advocacy.
• Canada/US Trade Relations - Customs Broker Presentation Recording
• Customs Notice 25-03: United States Surtax Order (2025)
• Manufacturers Information Hub – Trade and Tariffs by Canadian Manufacturing Exporters (CME) offers updates, resources and advocacy.
• Preparing for tariffs: A checklist for exporters by Export Development Canada (EDC) offers a tariff mitigation checklist for Canadian exporters. 
• Process for requesting remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. - Canada.ca beginning on March 4, 2025, the Government of Canada will consider requests for remission for the tariffs on products from the United States (U.S.).
• Supporting Canadian exporters through United States tariff challenges by Trade Commissioner Services offers support options. 
• Trade and investment agreements offers Canada’s free trade agreements, foreign investment promotion and protection agreements, plurilateral agreements and World Trade Organization agreements.
• Trade Impact Program by Export Development Canada (EDC) 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.
• ResilienceHQ | NGen provides practical information to help companies adjust to a new and challenging trade environment. 
• Resources for Canadian businesses facing U.S. tariffs | BDC.ca offers support to Canadian importers and exporters. 
• U.S. market intelligence hub by Export Development Canada (EDC) offers tariff resources and tools, the latest U.S. economic intelligence, and links to resources from their network of partners.
• Weathering the Storm - A Canadian SME Playbook for Navigating US-Canada Tariffs by the Toronto Region Board of Trade provides clear objectives, key strategies and immediate action items for businesses impacted by the tariffs. 

Buy Canadian

• SupportOntarioMade: this searchable database has over 17,000 products listed by Ontario manufacturers.
• WellMade: offers a growing database of Canadian-made brands.