Notice: New Tariff Announcement
On March 6, 2025 the U.S. announced a temporary pause on Canadian tariffs on some Canadian goods until April 2, 2025. A 25% tariff on foreign steel and aluminum is still scheduled to be imposed on March 12, 2025.
The City of Belleville is committed to helping businesses launch, grow, and expand by providing the support and resources they need to navigate key economic and business challenges.
As part of this commitment, we are keeping local businesses informed about the latest developments on U.S. tariffs and their potential impact on trade, supply chains, and local industries. As these policies continue to evolve, we will provide timely updates and resources through our U.S. Tariff Impact & Business Support Portal to help businesses navigate these changes.
We are working closely with community and government stakeholders to connect businesses with resources that will help them through these challenging times. Check back regularly for updates, insights and resources.
How this Affects Business
Tariffs can influence pricing, impact supply chains and interrupt your sales relationships. Understanding the impact of tariffs on our local businesses is essential for shaping our response and advocating for necessary support.
Business Impact Survey
We want to hear from you! Your input is crucial in helping us assess the real effects of tariffs on local businesses and explore ways to provide assistance. Please take a few minutes to complete our Business Impact Survey to share your experiences and challenges.
The City of Belleville is committed to helping businesses launch, grow and expand by providing the support and resources they need.
Tariff Resources & Assistance
We are working closely with community and government stakeholders to connect businesses with resources that may help them through these challenging times. Check back regularly for updates, insights and resources.
- Resources to Support your Business in the face of Trade Uncertainty
- Canada-U.S. Core Facts
- Evaluating the Potential Impacts of US Tariffs (Bank of Canada)
- Product List Subject to Tariffs effective Feb. 4th
- RBC Economics and Thought Leadership
- Foreign Direct Investment: Key Facts (Global Affairs Canada)
- Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker - Business Data Lab
- Supporting Canadian exporters through United States tariff challenges