Toronto, ON – October 18, 2026 Canadian businesses are facing one of the most challenging and uncertain trade environments in decades. From ongoing Canada–U.S. trade tensions and the future of CUSMA to expanding opportunities in India and Europe, today's decisions could significantly affect Canadian manufacturers, exporters,...
Toronto, ON – October 14, 2026 On November 3, 2026, Americans will vote in elections that could change the balance of power in Washington and influence the future of U.S. tariffs, trade relations, and the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). For Canadian businesses already dealing with tariffs, rising...
Toronto, ON – October 10, 2026 Canada's trade troubles are deepening. Washington remains divided, trade negotiations are stalled, and Canadian businesses face higher costs, lost sales, and growing uncertainty. President Trump refuses to soften his trade position, while some Republicans now openly challenge tariffs on Canada. Meanwhile,...
Toronto, ON – October 10, 2026 New government investments | Tariffs and CUSMA | Funding opportunities Canada’s construction industry is facing a major turning point — and businesses cannot afford to be left behind. An estimated $670 billion in major projects could be invested across Canada by 2030. Governments...
Toronto, ON – October 3, 2026Canada’s construction and related industries are facing major changes: new infrastructure spending and housing programs are creating opportunities, while tariffs, CUSMA uncertainty, material costs and financing pressures are creating new risks.Here are the developments you should be watching.CUSMA and tariffsCanada-U.S....
Toronto, ON – October 2, 2026 The United States has taken a tougher position on CUSMA, new tariffs are affecting Canadian exports, Stelco has announced significant changes to its Hamilton operations, and both Canada and the United States are introducing measures that could have a direct...
Toronto, ON – September 29, 2026The trade situation between Canada and the United States continues to worsen, and Canadian businesses need to pay attention.We are now seeing the real effects — reduced sales, delayed investments and Canadian jobs being put at risk.New U.S. trade restrictions...
Toronto, ON – September 26, 2026On October 29–30, 2026, Canadian and European leaders will meet in Montreal for the next Canada–EU Summit.That gives us only a few weeks to ensure Canadian business priorities are heard before the next major round of discussions.Canada and the European...
TORONTO, ON – September 26, 2026 – KaleMart24 celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 601 Yonge Street in Toronto, drawing an exceptional response from the community, with customers lining up along the street and around the block to visit the new store.[caption id="attachment_3815" align="aligncenter"...
Toronto, ON – September 26, 2026Canadian businesses are facing a rapidly changing trade environment — and waiting for Canada and the United States to settle their differences may no longer be a business strategy.The latest developments suggest that U.S. tariffs, Canadian counter-tariffs and uncertainty surrounding...
Toronto, ON – September 20, 2026Canada's relationship with the European Union could be entering a significant new phase.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed that Canada become the EU's first “associate member.” Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed a deeper partnership but has...
Toronto, ON – September 19, 2026$1 billion in new financing for Canadian food processorsFarm Credit Canada (FCC) has launched its $1-billion Agri-food Project Finance program to support major Canadian food-processing, manufacturing and related supply-chain projects.FCC is generally considering $10 million to $250 million in financing per...
Toronto, ON – September 19, 2026 Canada’s trade relationship with the United States has entered another period of significant uncertainty. CUSMA remains in force, but Canada and the United States have not reached agreement on its long-term renewal; formal bilateral trade negotiations are currently suspended; new...
Toronto, ON – September 18, 2026Canadian businesses could be facing one of the most significant shifts in Canada's international trade relationships in decades.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed that Canada become the EU's first-ever "associate member," potentially taking the relationship well beyond the...
Toronto, ON – September 16, 2026The Canada Investment Summit, held in Toronto on September 14–15, concluded with nearly $500 billion in announced investment and financing commitments, along with major new tax incentives and financing opportunities for Canadian businesses.The federal government aims to generate $1 trillion...
Toronto, ON – September 12, 2026The Canadian construction industry is entering a period of both major opportunity and serious cost pressure. Billions of dollars are being committed to housing, infrastructure and new construction, while U.S. tariffs and Canadian counter-tariffs are increasing the cost of materials,...