Useful Links and Resources for Navigating Tariffs

 

List of Tariff Tools and Resources

View the complied list by BDC here: Support for Canadian businesses that export to the U.S.

 

Understand if You Have to Pay Tariffs

The Canadian Tariff Finder allows 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.

 

Data on Trade with the US

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has some great data on trade with the US with their Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker.

 

Hotline and Email for Questions Regarding Tariffs

Questions regarding tariffs? Contact Pacific Customers Brokers (PCB) by phone via their US/CA Trade Action Hotline 1.888.908.6638 or email at tariffquestions@pcbglobaltrade.com

For more information visit the PCB website here.

PCB also has a free on demand video on How to Value a Product for Customs. Click here to watch it.

 

Navigating US Tariffs on Canadian Food Imports

With a deep understanding of the food and beverage industry, Fasken Law provides a range of comprehensive solutions designed to assist you in Navigating US Tariffs on Canadian Food Imports

 

US-Canada Tariff Policy Roadmap

MNP has put out an interesting U.S.-Canada tariff policy roadmap to draw comparisons to previous trade disputes with the US and how the resolution process unfolded.

 

Other Tariff Resources Offered by MNP

• Webinar recording: Tariffs, Taxes, and More Trends in 2025 – MNP hosted a webinar for clients to discuss strategies for navigating potential tariffs and long-term trends that could shape Canadian business in the years ahead.
• Tariff Exposure Risk Assessment – This short assessment helps clients understand their risk level. Results are forwarded to the client’s GP or Regional Tax Leader.
• Trade Impact Navigator – This MNP.ca hub page houses relevant insights and tools relating to trade issues.

 

Five Things to Do Now to Prepare Your Business for US Tariffs 

Read the article by RBC here: 5 Ways Small and Medium-Sized Canadian Businesses Can Navigate Uncertainty

 

Tariff Preparedness Diagnostic Toolkit

Check out the toolkit prepared by Bennett Jones here: Tariff Preparedness Diagnostic Toolkit.

 

In-Depth Analysis of Key Issues in Canadian Politics, Government, and the Canada-US Relationship

Take a look at the articles on Fasken’s Knowledge Centre here: Canada-Trump Administration 2.0

 

Navigating Potential Tariffs

Review the information provided on KPMG’s website here: Navigating Potential Tariffs

 

Tools & Resources List

Check out EDC’s summary document: EDC Tools & Resources

 

Tariff Toolkit

This Tariff Toolkit provides a comprehensive overview of support organizations, tariff regulations, how they affect supply chains and pricing, and strategies for mitigating risks, and further international expansion.

 

Upcoming Webinars with World Trade Centre Vancouver

Market Diversification – Expanding Beyond the U.S. by Utilizing Canada’s FTAs

• Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (PST)
• Overview: This session will help businesses identify new export markets, understand Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and build resilience beyond the U.S.
• Registration Link: Market Diversification – Expanding Beyond the U.S. by Utilizing Canada’s FTAs

 

Domestic Trade & Interprovincial Expansion

• Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM PST
• Overview: For businesses looking to reduce reliance on U.S. trade, this session explores interprovincial trade opportunities, overcoming regulatory barriers, and expanding within Canada.
• Registration Link: Domestic Trade & Interprovincial Expansion