Government Supports for Business

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To support Canadian businesses and ensure they have the liquidity they need through this turbulent time, the Government of Canada announced the following measures:

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Liquidity measures announced by the Government of Canada to support businesses.

• Trade Impact Program: Export Development Canada will deploy $5 billion over two years to help exporters navigate tariffs, cash flow issues, and market expansion.

• Business Loans: $500 million in low-interest loans via the Business Development Bank of Canada for affected sectors, supply chains, and financial advisory services.

• Agriculture Support: $1 billion in new financing through Farm Credit Canada to ease cash flow challenges for the agriculture and food industry.

Advance Payments Program: The interest-free limit is $250,000 for 2025.

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Global Affairs

The government of Canada has put together a web page with information on navigating tariffs and trade shifts. It provides the latest Canada-USA engagement and links to available support.

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