PacifiCan
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) is the dedicated federal economic development agency for British Columbians.
Additional funding announced for RTRI
The Government of Canada recently announced an additional investment of $500 million nationally through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) to support Canadian businesses affected by trade disruptions. This funding will help businesses improve productivity, diversify markets, and strengthen supply chains and trade resilience.
The RTRI program remains open in British Columbia. For further information, please see the Regional Tariff Response Initiative in British Columbia.
U.S. tariffs and Canada's response
- Learn more about Canada's response to the tariffs and find resources to help affected businesses.
- Find support for Canadian exporters through U.S. tariff challenges.
Services and information
Our funding programs
Apply for financial support to help your business or not-for-profit organization grow locally and compete globally.
Support from partner organizations
Explore programs and services that help business and communities across B.C. grow and flourish.
Indigenous economic development
Find resources and investment opportunities to help Indigenous businesses and organizations grow.
PacifiCan map of investments
Explore our impact across B.C. with our interactive map of investments.
Funding success stories
Read stories about successful entrepreneurs who received funding from us or our partners.
Contact us
About PacifiCan
Minister
The Honourable Gregor Robertson
Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada
Features
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Export Navigator
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Business Benefits Finder
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