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Standing Strong Halton Hills Tariff Support

The Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce: Empowering Our Business Community

The Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to strengthening our business community. In response to potential tariffs and trade challenges that could impact our local economy, we offer this page as a resource during economic uncertainty.

Through strategic advocacy, industry insights, and networking opportunities, we are championing policies that support local businesses, foster collaboration, and strengthen Halton Hills’ economy.

 Connect with us to share tariff impacts on your business.

Together, we can tackle today’s challenges and build a stronger, more resilient business community.

 

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Latest Developments:


July 29, 2026
Section 338 Tariffs

Review the list of products that may be affected by the August 2026 U.S. Section 338 tariffs. The document outlines the goods currently identified and can help businesses assess whether their products, materials, suppliers or customers may be impacted.

View the list of affected products.

More information can be found here.

July 24, 2026
New U.S. Section 301 Tariffs Take Effect

Recent Forced Labor Tariffs
  • Effective Date: Imposed at 12:01 AM on July 24, 2026, following determinations finalized by the Office of the United States Trade Representative. 
  • Rate Structure: 10% duty applied to 17 economies with partial enforcement regimes (including Canada, Mexico, India, and the UK); 12.5% duty applied to 43 other economies. 
  • Key Exemptions: Goods originating and compliant under the USMCA/CUSMA, in-transit goods, semiconductors, and specific product carve-outs an) are exempt.
  • Legal Status: Facing immediate federal lawsuits challenging the expedited investigation process and seeking removal and refunds

The United States has introduced a 10 per cent tariff on certain Canadian goods under Section 301 of the U.S. Trade Act, related to the enforcement of restrictions on goods produced with forced labour. The tariffs took effect on July 24, 2026. CUSMA-compliant goods and certain other products remain exempt. Businesses exporting goods that do not qualify under CUSMA should review whether the new tariff may apply to their products.
Read the Government of Canada update.

Tariff Resources

BDC Pivot to Grow Loan & Trade Resilience Consulting

Export Development Canada:
Financing and insurance solutions will support Canadian companies in managing risk and seizing new global opportunities

Interactive Tools:
Canada Tariff Finder Find – tariff rates and trade agreements relevant to your business.
Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker - Examining our economic integration and risks of tariffs

Government support programs and resources:
Process for requesting remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. 

Canadian Trade Commissioner Service:
For businesses seeking new markets and guidance on  navigating trade policies, the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service also provides support in over 160 locations worldwide. With 15 ratified Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) covering 49 countries, Canadian businesses can access 1.5 billion consumers.

Business Benefits Finder:
Federal programs and incentives available to businesses.

Canada Business App:
https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en/canada-business-app

Town of Halton Hills:
Resource Hub

Canadian Business Directory

The Canadian and Ontario Chambers

What the Ontario Chamber is Doing:

https://occ.ca/navigating-tariffs/

  • Ontario Business & Trade Leadership Coalition – A coalition of leaders from Ontario’s trade-dependent sectors has been formed to advise government and support business competitiveness. An emergency meeting with Premier Ford took place on February 3rd.
  • Pan-Canadian Advocacy on Interprovincial Trade – The OCC has been leading a nationwide push to dismantle interprovincial trade barriers, coordinating efforts with provincial chambers and federal leaders, including the Hon. Anita Anand, Minister of Economic Development.
  • U.S. Advocacy – The OCC has been actively engaging with U.S. chambers to reinforce the importance of trade with Ontario and Canada. Next week, OCC President & CEO Daniel Tisch will join Premier Ford in Washington as he addresses the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and meets with senior American business leaders.
  • Ontario Business & Trade Leadership Coalition. The coalition brings together industry leaders to develop solutions, advocate for policies, and ensure Ontario businesses stay globally competitive by addressing the impacts of U.S. tariffs. This includes strengthening cross-border relations and providing guidance to navigate trade challenges to develop strategies that mitigate adverse impacts and offer relief.
  • OCC on Steel and Aluminum https://occ.ca/mediareleases/ontario-chamber-of-commerce-sounds-alarm-on-u-s-steel-and-aluminum-tariffs-jobs-economy-at-risk/

What the Canadian Chamber is doing:

  • “All in Canada” Statement: https://chamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/All-In-Canada-Plan-CL-0205.pdf
  • Fighting for Permanent Tariff Removal – The CCC and its network are using every day of this extension to push for a permanent resolution, ensuring tariffs are taken off the table for good. Tariffs only serve to raise costs for businesses and consumers on both sides of the border.
  • Highlighting Economic Impact – The CCC’s Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker continues to illustrate the importance of this trade relationship—$3.6 billion in daily trade is at stake. Some provinces and communities face a significant economic blow if these measures remain.
  • Advocating for Economic Stability – The CCC is pressing the U.S. and Canadian governments to build on our integrated supply chains rather than disrupt them. Canada and the U.S. make things together, and trade policies should reflect that reality.