Regional Tariff Response Initiative – British Columbia

About This Opportunity

Tariff-response projects for SMEs: productivity, growth, market diversification and supply-chain resilience; current national expansion also includes targeted steel/aluminum/copper, forest and food-sector support.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible B.C. SMEs and other eligible organizations under PacifiCan's current RTRI applicant guide. PacifiCan states applications are being accepted and the closing date will depend on demand and available funds.

Application Process

How to apply 4. After you apply Contact us Overview The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) in British Columbia is part of the Government of Canada’s strategy to defend Canadian jobs, industries, and supply chains. It is part of a coordinated effort to protect Canadian businesses and workers from the impact of tariffs. Through the RTRI, we’re making investments to help B.C. businesses facing trade and tariffs disruptions to pivot to new paths to growth by helping them: boost productivity and reduce costs build more resilient supply chains reach new markets The RTRI invests in businesses, either directly or through the organizations that support them, so that they can seize new opportunities, adapt to global trade disruptions and boost domestic trade. These investments contribute to

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