U.S. Tariff Impact & Business Support Portal

A 25% tariff on auto imports was announced on April 2nd. The tariff will apply to all cars and auto parts manufactured outside the United States. Canada is exempt from a 10% baseline tariff applied on imports to the U.S.. Tariffs continue to be imposed on steel and aluminum products (25%), on select Canadian export items (25%), on energy products (10%), with an exemption for Canadian goods compliant with the Canada-United-States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), and on potash (10%).

The City of Belleville is committed to helping businesses launch, grow, and expand by providing the support and resources they need to navigate key economic and business challenges.

As part of this commitment, we are keeping local businesses informed about the latest developments on U.S. tariffs and their potential impact on trade, supply chains, and local industries. As these policies continue to evolve, we will provide timely updates and resources through our U.S. Tariff Impact & Business Support Portal to help businesses navigate these changes.

We are working closely with community and government stakeholders to connect businesses with resources that will help them through these challenging times. Check back regularly for updates, insights and resources.

We want to hear from you! Let us know how the tariffs are affecting your business: Take the survey!

Government of Canada Announces New Measures to Protect Canadian Businesses and Workers

On March 7, the Government of Canada has announced new measures to protect Canadian businesses and workers, including the launch of a Trade Impact Program ($5 billion over two years), $500 million in favourably priced loans through the Business Development Bank of Canada and $1 billion in new financing through Farm Credit Canada.

Supporting your business through trade uncertainty

How to plan for trade uncertainty and economic volatility?

If your business has been directly affected by trade threats and subsequent volatility, you can access up to 2 hours, for free, with a specialist to discuss how to strengthen your business resiliency in the face of tariffs and trade uncertainty. Tough times call for business smarts and agility. They can also present opportunities. Are you ready?

How to plan for trade uncertainty and economic volatility

Finance Canada Outlines a Discretionary Tariff Remission Process for Canadian Importers

Finance Canada has outlined a discretionary tariff remission process for Canadian importers that Canada’s retaliatory tariffs may impact or contact Finance Canada at remissions-remises@fin.gc.ca

Business Impact Survey

We want to hear from you! Your input is crucial in helping us assess the real effects of tariffs on local businesses and explore ways to provide assistance. Please take a few minutes to complete our Business Impact Survey below to share your experiences and challenges.

Business Impact Survey

Tariff Resources & Assistance

We are working closely with community and government stakeholders to connect businesses with resources that may help them through these challenging times. Check back regularly for updates, insights and resources.

Department of Finance