Regional Tariff Response Initiative
The Government of Canada has announced a $1.5 billion expansion of the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) to support SMEs affected by tariffs, and will include additional support for liquidity needs in addition to the existing support for capital investment or business pivot projects.
- Eligible businesses could be provided non-repayable contributions up to a maximum of $3 million, for a combination of up to $1 million for an eligible investment project and up to $2 million for eligible liquidity support.
- To be eligible, SMEs must have been viable prior to the imposition of tariffs and have annual revenue of at least $1 million.
Details regarding the enhancement of the RTRI, including liquidity support measures designed to address pressures arising from tariffs, will be available on September 8, 2026.
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U.S. tariffs and Canada's response
- Regional Tariff Response Initiative in Atlantic Canada
- For ACOA clients affected by the tariffs: contact your program officer
- For general business support and advice, reach out to Business Information Services
- For the latest information on Canada-U.S. relations and tariff support, visit Canada-United States: Overview and federal supports