City Response to U.S. Tariffs

The City of Toronto supports a Team Canada approach and is working with government leaders from across the country to address the impact of proposed U.S. tariffs on our businesses. Toronto plays an integral role in Canada's economy and the City is ready to take action to support local businesses, workers and residents.

The City is taking action by establishing a U.S. Engagement Secretariat, supporting "Buy/Support Canadian" initiatives and working with business and labour leaders to navigate trade disruptions. The City is also coordinating with federal and provincial governments to minimize impacts and support local businesses. The City is also monitoring impacts, advising on solutions and developing an action plan to support Toronto’s economy.

Leading the "shop local" charge is our many business improvement areas (BIAs), but also include key shopping destinations within or near Toronto Centre. To learn more, please visit their websites:

While it may be impossible to escape Amazon's grip, there are also a number of Canadian Online Retailers that I recommend you check out to find Canadian made and owned products and services:

Toronto Made Market- a virtual platform for Toronto makers
ByBlacks- online list of Black Canadian owned businesses
INLAND - shopping community for Canadian designers
Not-Amazon Toronto - bolstering the presence of local and Canadian online stores
Shop Toronto Design - City of Toronto list of Toronto design businesses
The Cedar Basket – First Nations, Métis and Inuit handcrafted products
Toronto Market Co - curated platform for Toronto businesses

The City of Toronto is gathering input from local businesses to understand how tariffs are affecting them. Your responses to this five-minute survey will help shape advocacy efforts and inform the development of business support programs.

To learn more, including how to access business supports and resources, please visit the City’s Responding to United States Economic Policy webpage.

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