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 In response to increasing calls to remove barriers to interprovincial trade, the Government of Canada will be removing more than half of federal exceptions to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement to strengthen Interprovincial Trade. This move will reduce federal exceptions in half - from 39 to 19. Please click here to read the full press release
With less than a week away from U.S. Tariffs, and the pressure felt across all industries is mounting, The Canadian Labour Congress will be conducting their third emergency meeting to discuss a plan to protect workers and communities across Canada. Click here to read the full press release.
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 The Empire Club of Canada has released a video recording of this weeks conference on Manufacturing and Exporting in the New World Order. The recording features an insightful conversation into everything on trade and tariffs. Some notable speakers who attended were Dawn Desjardins, Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada; Simon Drexler, President of Samuel Automation; David Glover, Co-owner of Harbour Technologies; and Rob Wildeboer, Executive Chairman of Martinrea International Inc. The discussion, moderated by Vincent Caron, Vice President of Ontario Government Relations and Member Advocacy at Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters. Don't miss out on critical perspectives that will help to address the pressing challenges of trade.  Today the Ontario Chamber of Commerce(OCC) has released results from their survey. The survey which collected responses from February 4-10, 2025 gathered 420 responses from key business decision makers in Ontario. It was identified that two-thirds of businesses are bracing for a negative impact of U.S. Tariffs. Click here to read more about key findings from the OCC.
 Here are some more resources business owners can access regarding tariff support provided by the government of Canada. Export Development Canada(EDC)EDC helps Canadian businesses expand internationally by providing financing, insurance, bonding, and trade expertise. Please click here to find out more information. Trade Commissioner Service(TCS)Another resource is the TSC, which helps businesses in navigating international markets by providing on-the-ground support in over 160 cities worldwide, helping them with exporting, market entry, business connections, and navigating the complexities of foreign trade. Click here to find out more
 On Tuesday, March 4, Your local Peterborough + Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce and Community Futures are partnering to host a panel discussion on navigating the impacts of tariffs on your business. The panel discussion will host business leaders with expertise in supply chain management, importing, financing, and more!
This event will feature insights directly from Bob Armstrong, CITP, FCILT, President of Armstrong Trade and Logistics Advisory Services Inc. (ATLAS). With over 50 years of experience in Global Supply Chain, International Trade, Cross-Border Logistics, and Customs Regulations. Bob has led numerous global trade missions and has served as President of the Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Canada, President and CEO of the Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters Inc., and President of the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers of Canada (AIAMC). His extensive experience includes helping Canadian businesses find new suppliers and customers while ensuring cost-effective, efficient, and resilient supply chain operations in global markets. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most respected experts! Following Bob's presentation, he will join a panel of speakers for an informative discussion with: · Andrea Parkes, Professor in Supply Chain, Fleming College · Sherry Hill, CFO, Peterborough Matboards & Secretary, Kawartha Manufacturers Association Click here to register for this free event The Canadian Government has released a questionnaire ahead of the 2025 Federal budget. This questionnaire will give Canadians an opportunity to contribute to shaping the Government of Canada's policies and priorities for Canada's future. This will allow the government to be informed about the issues affecting you and your business such as interprovincial trade barriers and potential U.S. Tariffs. Please click here to complete the questionnaire!  President Trump is expected to announce additional reciprocal tariffs today. Further details will be provided as they become available. Click the link for live updates from CTV News.
 Amid looming tariffs from the U.S., the Ontario Chamber of Commerce(OCC) has launched the Ontario Business & Trade Leadership Coalition (OBTLC) as of January 2025. Leaders stem from key trade dependent sectors to advocate and champion for effective government policies while enhancing Ontario's position as a global leader in trade.
Today from Washington, DC, the OCC has announced they have added two more key members on the OBTLC. James Scongack, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Operational Services at Bruce Power, and Chris Conway, CEO of Food & Beverage Ontario. Both Scongack and Conway with their invaluable expertise from their respective sectors, will contribute strongly to shaping policy that will enhance and strengthen our economy.  Peterborough County council has voted to pass a motion calling for stronger protections for Ontario in trade negotiations, the removal of interprovincial trade barriers, and policies that prioritize Canadian businesses in municipal procurement. Please click here to find out more on the council's work to address U.S trade tariffs.
The Government of Canada: Last week, the Committee on Internal trade met last week to discuss eliminating regulatory trade barriers. With last year totaling more than $530 billion worth of goods and services moved across the provinces and territories, it is now imperative that Canada works to eliminate regulatory barriers amid tariff threats from the United States. By removing interprovincial trade barriers this will improve trade mobility and strengthen our domestic economy. Please click here to read the full press release. |
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