Tariff Resources

Below is a set of resources, strategies, and support programs to help Sault Ste. Marie’s business community navigate changes in trade policy affecting Canada–U.S. commerce.

Check the Government of Canada website for up-to-date information on tariffs and trade measures.

Canada’s Counter-Tariffs

Canada–U.S. trade is highly integrated, but disputes sometimes result in targeted tariffs.

When counter-tariffs are introduced, they are typically:

• applied to selected product categories rather than broad consumer sectors
• time-limited or revised through negotiation
• published through official Government of Canada notices

At present, businesses should refer to official Government of Canada and Global Affairs Canada sources for the most current information on any active or proposed tariff measures.

For up-to-date information, see here.

Economic Impacts of Proposed Tariffs

The Bank of Canada and other federal economic agencies have highlighted that proposed or implemented tariffs can create uncertainty for Canadian businesses. Potential impacts may include:

• increased input and import costs
• disruption to supply chains
• reduced export demand in affected sectors
• inflationary pressure in certain industries

Businesses are encouraged to monitor official economic updates and prepare for changing trade conditions.

Supporting Canadian Exporters Through U.S. Tariff Challenges

The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) is actively assisting Canadian businesses that export to the U.S. and are affected by U.S. tariffs.

We encourage you to regularly check the TCS website for up-to-date information and available support.

Resources for Canadian Business Owners

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
The Government of Canada is committed to protecting Canadian interests. The GC Business Insights Newsletter reviews understanding and preparing for tariffs, global markets and diversification, and exporting to the U.S.

Business Development Canada (BDC)
BDC is committed to supporting Canadian businesses through this period of uncertainty. Explore the range of resources related to the international trade situation to help build your company’s resiliency.

Tariff Playbook – World Trade Centre Toronto
A practical guide developed during a period of heightened Canada–U.S. trade uncertainty, offering SMEs strategies for managing cashflow, pricing, and supply chain risk in response to tariff-related disruption.

Canada Tariff Finder
The 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.

Local Support & Resources

Millworks Centre for Entrepreneurship
Millworks is committed to supporting new and existing small businesses in the Algoma region through access to tools, education, capital, and networking opportunities. Millworks staff focuses on business planning, cashflow projections, and other business related topics as needed.

Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce
In addition to the business resources and support provided by the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, explore the #SSMLoveLocal business profiles to learn what it means to Sault Ste. Marie businesses when you choose to shop at, dine at, and support local.

Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre
The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre has experts in business development, agriculture, IT, science and technology. Their team is dedicated to driving business growth, facilitating research, and commercializing innovations in science and technology.

Community Development Corporation of Sault Ste. Marie & Area
The Community Development Corporation is dedicated to helping small and medium–sized businesses access counselling and advisory services, access to capital, and enhancing the community’s economic and employment base.