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Tariff Support for London businesses
As a first line of defence, Canada's robust system of economic support programs is available to help businesses and workers directly impacted by U.S. tariffs. This includes financing and advisory supports for businesses through financial Crown corporations and supports for workers.
Some of the supports that are already available include:
Trying to Procure What You Need Locally? You Need it? We got it here!
With everything going on, you may be wondering how to find things locally. Luckily, LEDC has built up a business directory of over 2,000 local businesses in the area that can help you source everything from Pylons to Pizza.
Visit or Join our Business Directory here
Advisory Assistance
Tariff Support
The London Small Business Centre can assess your business strategy, strengthen your foundation, discuss business fundamentals, and provide guidance tailored to your needs
Are you a tech or tech-enabled company?
Tariff Support
If you are a tech or tech-enabled company you can contact your Techalliance advisor Connect with your TechAlliance Venture Growth Advisor for tailored assistance.
Canada Small Business Financing Program
Tariff Support
The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
Employment and Social Development Canada
Tariff Support
The government is also taking steps to mitigate the impact of its tariff countermeasures on Canadian workers and businesses by establishing a remission process to
Export Development Canada
Tariff Support
Export Development Canada (EDC) helps Canadian companies of all sizes succeed in global markets with trade knowledge, financial solutions, insurance, equity and
Farm Credit Canada
Tariff Support
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is a dedicated lender for the agriculture and agri-food sectors and provides a range of financial products and services to support Canadian
London Chamber of Commerce Provides Certificates of Origin
Tariff Support
Visit the Chamber Page here for more information.
London Chamber of Commerce Tariff Page
Tariff Support
In light of the current trade environment, we want to emphasize the importance of supporting local jobs. London is home to many Canadian and foreign-owned businesses
London's New Start Program for Empowering Newcomer Entrepreneurs
Tariff Support
New Start is dedicated to fostering unity and a sense of belonging among individuals. When immigrants establish their businesses and engage with local communities, it not
Navigating CUSMA Compliance and New Support Line
Tariff Support
The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) has launched new tools to help Canadian exporters navigate CUSMA compliance. While not FDI specific, we are sharing these resources
Ontario Together Trade Fund
Tariff Support
The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) provides financial support to help businesses near-term investments so they can serve more interprovincial customers, develop new
Procure What You Need Locally
Tariff Support
With everything going on, you may be wondering how to find things locally. Luckily, LEDC has built up a business directory of over 2,000 local businesses in the area that
Support Ontario Made
Tariff Support
Including cars, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, technology, food, clothing, and more.
Your purchase matters. By simply buying Ontario Made products, you are directly
The exporter's guide to CUSMA compliance: tools, tips, and tariff navigation
Tariff Support
As Canadian exporters continue to face an evolving trade landscape, understanding and complying with the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) has never been more
Trade Commissioner Service
Tariff Support
The Trade Commissioner Service helps Canadian businesses grow with confidence by connecting them with its funding and support programs, international opportunities, and
Work-Sharing Program
Tariff Support
The Work-Sharing Program helps employers and employees avoid layoffs, when there is a temporary decrease in the normal level of business activity that is beyond the
