Trade Support Resources

Stay informed and access key resources to navigate tariffs, trade regulations, and export opportunities.

As our nation continues to navigate the uncertainty of U.S. tariffs and global trade relations, the Town of Newmarket's Community & Economic Innovation department is here to support your business.

To support the local economy even further, the Town will be re-activating the Business Assistance Concierge program that was established during the COVID-19 Pandemic to support Newmarket businesses. This program connect specific businesses to Federal and Provincial resources as they become available, including new Export Development Canada and Business Development bank funding.


Trade & Tariff Resources for Businesses
Here are key resources on tariffs, export programs, and financial supports that may assist your business during these challenging times:

Local Supports

• York Link  – Comprehensive data, Economic Development and Business Resources available to Newmarket businesses, and York Region based businesses.
• Central York Chamber of Commerce (CYC) – Serving Newmarket & East Gwillimbury businesses through advocacy, education, marketing, cost-saving programs, and community initiatives.

For the latest trade policies, tariffs, and a full range of business support programs, visit York Link's Trade Support Resources, your go-to hub for accessing regional, provincial, and national support.

 
Latest Updates on Tariffs & Trade Policies

• Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) – Updates on tariffs from the Ontario Chamber, Government of Ontario, and Government of Canada.
• Department of Finance Canada – Latest news and communications on financial and trade policies affecting Canadian businesses.
  
  

Essential Trade & Export Resources

• Trade Tracker – Real-time data on Canada-U.S. trade flows, industry trends, and tariff impacts.
  
• Global Affairs Canada – Information on tariffs, duties, sanctions, and export/import regulations impacting Canadian businesses.
• Trade Commissioner Service – Connects businesses with funding programs, international opportunities, and a global network of trade commissioners in 160+ cities.
  
• Export Development Canada (EDC) – Trade expertise, financial solutions, insurance, and business connections to help companies scale globally.
• Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters – Canada's largest industry association advocating for manufacturers and exporters.
• Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses (CFIB) – Advocacy and support for small businesses navigating trade challenges.
• Start Up Canada - Tariff Toolkit –Resources, events, and webinars designed to help businesses manage tariff-related issues.
  

Financial & Business Support Programs

• NEW: Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) – Provides financial support for small-and-medium sized businesses near-term investments so they can serve more interprovincial customers, develop new markets and re-shore critical supply chains in the face of U.S. tariffs.
  
  
• NEW: The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) – Invests in targeted, time-sensitive activities between March 2025 and March 2028 that boost productivity, lower costs, strengthen supply chain resilience, and open doors to new markets.
  
  
• CBSA Duties Relief Program – Allows qualified businesses to import goods without paying duties if they are later exported, with limited manufacturing or use permitted before export.

 
Industry-Specific Resources

• Toronto Region Board of Trade - Tariff Playbook – A guide for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on managing tariffs effectively.
• Employment and Social Development Canada - Work-Share Program – Special measures to help businesses affected by tariffs maintain their workforce.

Shop Local:

• Ontario Made Directory & Canada Made Directory – Listings of Ontario- and Canada-made products and services.

 
Have questions or need assistance with your business in Newmarket?

Complete a brief contact form to connect with a member of the Community & Economic Innovation team.