Tariff Information Hub
Tariff Information – Supporting Businesses and Our Community
With the potential for increased U.S. tariffs, businesses in the Haliburton Highlands are preparing for possible impacts on trade, supply chains, and the local economy.
This page serves as a resource for businesses and the public, providing updates, tools, and support to navigate these challenges. We will regularly update this page with business support programs, public awareness initiatives, and relevant content to help our local businesses stay informed and resilient.
We encourage businesses to share their concerns and needs—your input helps us connect you with the right supports, resources, and local partners.
Latest News Release:
- Department of Finance Canada – “Government of Canada Announces next steps in its response plan to U.S. Tariffs – Feb 2, 2025”
Current Resources:
- Global Affairs Canada – Tariff and duty information, sanctions, export and import controls and other rules that affect Canadian traders.
- Trade Commissioner Service – Assistance by connecting businesses with funding and support programs, international opportunities, and network of trade commissioners in over 160 cities worldwide.
- Trade Tracker – Tool that helps businesses understand the economic ties between Canada and the U.S. It provides real-time information on trade flows, industry trends, and the potential impact of tariffs.
Other resources:
- Export Development Canada – Provides trade knowledge, financial solutions, equity, insurance and connections to grow your business.
- Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters – Canada’s largest trade and industry association which represents manufacturers and exporters.
- Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses – Non-profit organization that advocates for small businesses in Canada.
- Start Up Canada – Tariff Toolkit – Designed to support business owners by providing information resources as well as helpful events and webinars.
- Apply for funding relief – Duties Relief Program – This program allows qualified companies to import commercial goods without paying duties, as long as those goods are eventually exported. As part of the program, companies can manufacture or use the commercial goods in a limited manner before exporting.
- Ontario Made Directory and Canada Made Directory – List of products and services made in Ontario and Canada.
- Ontario Chamber of Commerce – An influential business network.
Department of Economic Development & Tourism
Welcome to Haliburton County’s Economic Development and Tourism division! We are here to support you and help in various ways to foster sustainable economic growth, promote tourism, and enhance the overall prosperity of the region. Connect with us today!
SCOTT OVELL
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
(705) 286-1333 x 230
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We respectfully acknowledge that the region currently know as the Haliburton Highlands is located on Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory, and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which are Curve Lake, Rama, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Beausoleil and Georgina Island First Nations.
We acknowledge a shared presence of Indigenous nations throughout the area, and recognize its original, Indigenous inhabitants as the stewards of its lands and waters since time immemorial.
