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Many small businesses at risk due to trade war: CFIB

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One in five (18%) small exporters and 11% of importers affected by the Canada-U.S. trade war say they would stop being financially viable if the trade war lasts three months or more.

Restaurants Canada welcomes extension of Federal Fuel Excise Tax suspension

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Gas costs have risen by an average of 46% since December 2025, contributing to higher food and transportation costs and supplier fuel surcharges, reported by 86% of restaurants.

Canada announces $27.6B in counter-tariffs on U.S. goods as retailers, restaurants and small businesses weigh impact

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“Canada’s retail sector will shoulder a significant share of this burden, with so many essential consumer goods targeted."

Canada/U.S. trade talk collapse to lead to immediate and significant impact on small business: CFIB

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"A full 40% of small Canadian exporters will be directly hit by these tariffs and nearly one-third expect their revenues will drop by 50% or more as a result."

New 50% U.S. tariff on CUSMA-compliant goods to hit Canadian small exporters hard: CFIB

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More than one in three (35%) expect revenues to fall by at least 50%.

Premiers sign final agreement towards Canada-wide direct-to-consumer alcohol sales 

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“Canada's independent wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries have waited a long time to see direct-to-consumer alcohol shipping finally become a reality.”

Jobs filled by temporary foreign workers are the ones Canadian youth don’t want: CFIB

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Harvesting labourers alone account for nearly a third (32%) of all temporary foreign worker positions in Canada, work that's physically demanding, outdoor and seasonal.

Some Canadian businesses may be eligible for U.S. tariff refunds: CFIB

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Approximately one-third of small Canadian exporters faced tariffs on goods that did not qualify for the CUSMA exemption.

Federal government temporary suspension of excise fuel taxes good news for Canadian businesses

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Starting April 20, Canada's new government will suspend the full amount of the tax on gasoline and diesel until September 7.

Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program applauded by business groups

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Helping employers who are facing severe labour shortages.

Small businesses call for stronger domestic energy supply amid global uncertainty: CFIB

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An overwhelming majority (90%) of small businesses say governments should prioritize increasing Canada's energy production and capacity to better support the economy and ensure businesses have reliable access to the energy they need to operate.

More than 1.3 million temporary work permits set to expire by the end of 2026, leaving small businesses scrambling: CFIB

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According to CFIB’s Monthly Business Barometer, skilled labour shortages remain the second highest constraint on sales and growth for 39% of small businesses.

One year into the trade war, half of Canadian small businesses no longer feel the U.S. is a reliable trading partner: CFIB

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Three-quarters (75%) of small businesses say the tariff fight has strained their relationships with U.S. partners or clients, up sharply from 49% in March 2025.

U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs a welcome development for Canadian businesses, but President announces more tariffs

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But many questions remain on future impact of the ruling.

Trump tariff threat could be “massive blow” to Canadian economy

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"Any threat to our economy can cause consumers and businesses to pause spending and decisions."

600,000 small businesses to receive $623 million in final carbon tax rebate starting today: CFIB

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Rebates will be based on the number of T4s issued by an employer, and the Canada Revenue Agency will automatically issue the rebates to eligible businesses in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

$623 million to be returned to 600,000 small businesses in December in final carbon tax rebate: CFIB

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This will end the long battle against the consumer/small business carbon tax, says the CFIB.

Struggling small businesses won’t find much help in the federal budget: CFIB

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Federal budget was a missed opportunity to provide meaningful tax relief to Canada’s employers.

CFIB releases new report challenging 5 myths around Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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The CFIB says there are dozens of legitimate reasons why small businesses use the program.

Canada Post risks losing nearly two-thirds of small business customers if the strike continues: CFIB

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According to CFIB data, 13% of small businesses have stopped using Canada Post since the last strike.

Massive transformation of “effectively insolvent” Canada Post; postal workers go on strike

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Canada Post is now facing an existential crisis. Since 2018, the corporation has accumulated more than $5 billion in losses.

Hike in U.S. tariffs will harm small businesses in Canada

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CFIB is calling on government to release the billions that have been collected by Canada’s retaliatory tariffs

Small Canadian exporters are covering cost of U.S. tariffs: CFIB

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CFIB said it sent a letter to the federal government, urging it to consider several options to providing financial relief to businesses.

Nearly 2 in 3 small businesses may permanently drop Canada Post if strike resumes following vote: CFIB

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Four in five businesses still use Canada Post, according to the CFIB

CFIB urges parties to avoid another unnecessary Canada Post strike

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"If no deal is reached between Canada Post and its union and strike action takes place in the coming weeks, the impact on small business will be significant." - CFIB
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