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Canada's tariff responses to the changing global trade landscape

Department of Finance Canada has published an interactive webpage dedicated to assisting users in navigating the complex surtax and remission environment.

“The global trade landscape is rapidly changing, with the actions of certain countries reshaping Canada's economic relationships and causing major disruptions around the world.

For Canada, this has hindered export opportunities for key sectors, including for the steel, aluminum and automotive sectors. It has also heightened the risk of diversion of foreign products towards Canada, in particular for steel products and steel derivative goods.

These new challenges have compounded the negative effects of longstanding non-market policies and practices that have led to unfair trade and competition for Canadian producers, in particular for the steel sector.

The government has responded by applying tariffs. To mitigate their unintended effects, the government is providing remission for these tariffs to support Canadian businesses in the context of evolving global supply chains. Goods imported into Canada may qualify for tariff relief, via a waived tariff or a refund, in specific circumstances.

Financial support has also been provided to Canadian businesses and workers.”

This page highlights: 

Canada's tariff response by sector

And Remission programs for Canadian importers impacted by tariffs

 

Please visit this link for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/programs/international-trade-finance-policy/canadas-tariff-responses.html 

Topic(s)

U.S. Tariffs and Canadian Retaliatory Surtax
Security and Trade Facilitation Programs
International Trade and Border Management

Information source

Finance Canada
Disclaimer

The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.