Small and Medium Sized Enterprises

Recent events in the U.S. have exposed the vulnerability of Canadian SMEs to risks, such as the proposed tariffs by the U.S. on Canadian imports, which threaten rising costs, supply chain disruption and Canadian businesses’ competitive edge. The biggest risk is to continue business as usual. The smartest strategy requires your business to do things differently and we are here to help.

National Strategy for SME Resilience

To help Canadian businesses navigate this new landscape, we are developing a three-pronged strategy with practical solutions:

Safeguard and expand U.S. market access – Protect key trade relationships, push back against protectionist policies, and secure long-term stability in the U.S. market.
Build a stronger domestic economy – Strengthen internal trade and supply chains to reduce vulnerabilities and boost economic self-reliance.
Diversify foreign trade – Open new global markets to reduce dependence on U.S. trade and unlock fresh growth opportunities.

The modules below provide concrete, step-by-step guidance on how to apply this strategy to your business, as well as real-world case studies, expert insights and practical toolkits so you can act with confidence.