Tariffs can create challenges for businesses, but the City of Welland is here to support you.
This page connects you with essential resources from industry associations, federal and provincial programs, and funding opportunities to help you adapt and thrive.
Stay informed on trade policies, access expert insights, and explore economic development initiatives designed to keep your business competitive. If you need guidance, our Economic Development Office at edc@welland.ca or 1-800-735-3771 ext. 2110, is ready to assist—because when businesses succeed, Welland succeeds.
Trade Information & Business Continuity Resources
Current Tariff Information
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- Understanding CUSMA/USMCA Compliance
- Supporting Canadian Exporters through United States Tariff Challenges
- Canada’s Response to U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Goods
- Canada’s Engagement with the United States
- Resources: Navigating Tariffs and CUSMA Compliance
- Canada Tariff Finder
- Trade Data Online: Find trade data (import/export trends, key markets, trade flows) by product
- Process for requesting remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S.
- Canadian Importer Database
- Canadian Customs Tariff
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection – User Fee Table
- U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Business Preparation and Strategic Response
Relief Initiatives and Funding Programs
- Ontario Together Trade Fund
- Ontario Taking Action to Protect Workers Amid Economic Uncertainty
- Tax Relief and Support for Businesses Affected by Tariffs
- Government of Canada – Supports for Business – Funding and Resources at Your Fingertips
- Canada Border Services Agency – Duty Drawback Program
- Canada Border Services Agency – Refund of Duties
- EDC Trade Impact Program
- Pivot to Grow Loan (BDC)
- Trade Disruption Customer Support (Farm Credit Canada)
- Funding and Support Program for doing International Business
- CanExport SMEs
- CanExport Innovation
- Canada Small Business Financing Program
- Business Benefits Finder
- Southwestern Ontario Development Fund
- Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
- Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit
- Life Sciences Scale-Up Fund
- Canadian International Innovation Program Funding
- Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives
- Regional Development Program: Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness Stream
- Government of Canada – Work Sharing Program
- Support for Canadian Agriculture and Agri-food Industries Impacted by Trade Disruptions
- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership
- Canadian Food Innovation Network – Innovation Booster Program
Market Diversification
- Find a Trade Commissioner
- Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting
- Business and Industry: International Trade and Investment
- Canada’s Trade and Investment Agreements
- Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation & Trade – Grow Your Business Here and Abroad
- Invest Ontario: International Trade and Investment Offices
- Exporting to World Markets
- EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
- Diversify Your Exports with the Trade Commissioner Service
- Canada’s Trade Accelerator Program
- Canadian Commercial Corporation (Government to government contracting agency)
- Trade Resilience – Navigate Trade Uncertainty
- Government of Canada Accelerated Growth Service
Business-to-Business (B2B) Resources
Shop Local and Support Canadian
Local Industry Organizations
National and Provincial Industry Associations
- Full List of National Industry Associations
- Canadian Council for Importers Compliance
- Chamber of Marine Commerce
- Ontario Marine Council
- Aluminum Association of Canada
- Canadian Steel Producers Association
- Ontario Manufacturing Communities Alliance (OMCA)
- Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
- Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
- Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB)
- Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)
- Canadian Plastics Industry Association
- Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC)
- Restaurants Canada
- Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA)
- Retail Council of Canada (RCC)