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Trade Portal

News and Resources for Business 

Canada and the United States share one of the world’s most integrated and mutually dependent trading partnerships. As the future of our trade relationship with the United States becomes increasingly uncertain, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce is here for our members and the business community to help you navigate what it all means, find updates and resources, and ask questions or share feedback.  

Fast Facts

  • Manitoba exports $18 billion worth of goods to the United States every year.   
  • About 72% of Manitoba’s total exports go to the U.S. 
  • $3.6 billion in goods crosses the Canada-U.S. border every day, fueling a $1.3 trillion annual trade relationship.
  • Two-way trade between Manitoba and the U.S. is valued at approximately $42 billion (exports and imports) 
  • 63,179 jobs are supported in Manitoba as a result of trade with the U.S.
  • 1,756 Manitoba companies currently trade with the United States.

MCC News & Updates

Tariffs on Canadian-made goods would be a lose-lose situation, harming workers and businesses on both sides of the border, including here in Manitoba – as well as raising costs for consumers, further compounding affordability problems. Protecting this trade partnership is essential for both countries. At the same time, opportunities to diversify our province’s exports are available and must be explored. As part of Canada, we can leverage 14 trade agreements with over 50 countries around the world, and we are also advocating for changes to internal policies, including reducing inter-provincial trade barriers. 

TOOLS & RESOURCES

GHY International

Trade Tracker –  monitor tariff changes as they happen — and assess how they might impact your operations.

Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Updates and insights on Canada-U.S. trade relations from the national voice of business 

Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker – Examine the cross-border economic integration and the risks of tariffs with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Trade Tracker tool  

Province of Manitoba

Manitoba Tariff Hotline – In response to proposed US tariffs, the Manitoba government is working to safeguard Manitoba jobs and businesses, and working with other provinces, territories and the federal government on a national economic strategy to respond. If you have concerns or questions about how the Manitoba and Canada response could impact you, we’re here to help.

Export Development Program – This program provides financial support to eligible small and medium-sized Manitoba businesses participating in tradeshows and trade missions outside the province, helping them to diversify export opportunities, build new international trade relationships and bring Manitoba’s products and services to the world. Applications are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply now for events occurring before June 2025.

Food Ingredient & Product Directory – This free marketing tool was designed to build awareness for Manitoba food and beverage manufactures’ products, and make it easier for local, domestic and international buyers to source Manitoba food ingredients and products.

Business Development Bank of Canada

Resources and tools to help for Canadian businesses that export to the U.S., or that supply those who do, to mitigate the impacts of a tariff increase  

BDC Canada Tariff Finder – Check import or export tariffs for specific goods and markets, with a focus on countries with which Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. 

World Trade Centre Winnipeg

Services for Businesses and Entrepreneurs – From local market insights to global trade facilitation, WTC services are designed to help Manitoba businesses expand and succeed.

RBC Royal Bank of Canada

Trade Hub – Insights on how Canada can build a resilient economy and fortify North America

STAY UP TO DATE

Building Together: How Indigenous economic reconciliation can fuel Canada's resurgence

RCB| Apr 22

What Canadian farmers are watching closely

RBC | Apr 15

Policy Matters: 3 Opportunities for Economic Growth

Canadian Chamber of Commerce| Apr 15

Understanding CUSMA compliance

Global Affairs Canada | Apr 15

Manitoba Government Issues Hydro Directive to Help Build Canada

Province of Manitoba| Apr 14

The big chill: How canola farmers are adapting to trade blows

RBC | Apr 7

Manitoba Government Providing $150 Million for Agricultural Producers

Province of Manitoba| Apr 2

Setting Up Shop in the U.S.: Debunking Auto Tariff Myths

Canadian Chamber of Commerce| Apr 2

U.S. reciprocal tariffs spare Canada/Mexico for now but trade risks remain

RBC | Apr 2

Canadian Chamber Statement on U.S. Reciprocal and Auto Tariffs

Canadian Chamber of Commerce | Apr 2

Canadian Chamber Statement on U.S. Decision to Double Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

Canadian Chamber of Commerce| Mar 11

BDC Announces $500 Million Pivot to Grow Financing Envelope

Business Development Bank of Canada | Mar 7

Government of Canada Launches Trade Impact Program through Export Development Canada

Government of Canada| Mar 7

Canadian Chamber Statement on Government's Initial Measures in Response to U.S. Tariffs

Canadian Chamber of Commerce| Mar 7

RBC Insights: What is the impact of tariffs on the U.S. economy?

RBC | Mar 5

First Ministers’ statement on eliminating internal trade barriers in Canada

Government of Canada | Mar 5

RBC Insights: U.S. tariffs on Canada take effect: What is the state of play?

RBC | Mar 4

Canada announces robust tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs

Government of Canada | Mar 4

List of products from the United States subject to 25 per cent tariffs effective March 4, 2025

Government of Canada | Mar 4

Trump, Tariffs and Trade: Toward a New Global Economic Order

TD Global Investment Solutions | Mar 3

U.S. Chamber Urges Swift End to Tariffs Set to Go into Effect; Highlights Real Harm to American Businesses, Workers, and Consumers

U.S. Chamber of Commerce | Mar 3

Government of Canada removing more than half of federal exceptions to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement

Government of Canada | Feb. 21

The True Cost of Trump Tariffs: Provincial Impacts

Conference Board of Canada | Feb. 19

Campaign to Encourage Manitobans to Buy Local

Province of Manitoba| Feb. 5

IN THE MEDIA

Biz community welcomes tariff relief in budget, but awaits details

Winnipeg Free Press| Mar 20

Manitoba to spend on job creation amid U.S. trade battle: finance minister

Global News | Mar 19

Trade uncertainty: Business owners share concerns

The Brandon Sun | Mar 17

Portage business owners voice tariff concerns at roundtable

Portage Online | Mar 12

CUSMA exemption confusion abounds

Winnipeg Free Press| Mar 11

Manitoba's tariff relief measures welcomed by business community, brewery as good first step

CBC | Mar 5

Impact of tariffs on businesses, economy

CTV | Mar 5

Manitoba pulls U.S. booze, offers tax deferrals to businesses in wake of tariffs

Winnipeg Free Press | Mar 4

Manitoba responds to U.S. Tariffs. See reaction here

CTV |  Mar. 4

‘Shop local’ brings own challenges as tariffs loom

Winnipeg Free Press | Mar 3

Steinbach businesses discuss concerns and solutions around potential US tariffs

Steinbach Online | Feb. 24

‘Considerable uncertainty’: Manitoba businesses worried they won’t be able to weather tariffs from U.S.

CTV | Feb. 25

Winnipeg’s diversified economy less prone to tariff shock: report

Winnipeg Free Press | Feb. 13

Tariff uncertainty puts strain on cash flow, inventory management: Manitoba lumber business owner

CBC | Feb. 5

‘Unified Canada’ must rise up against Trump, end dependency on U.S.: chamber head

Winnipeg Free Press | Feb. 5

Tariffs to create challenges for Manitoba businesses

CTV | Feb. 3

CONNECT WITH US

How would potential tariffs impact your business? What are your concerns? What support would you like to see?  

Share your feedback, questions and ideas with us here, to help the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce support our members and the business community. We can also then share any relevant advice and concerns directly to the Premier’s U.S. Trade Council, of which MCC President & CEO Chuck Davidson is a member.  

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