In response to the tariffs and counter-tariffs being imposed on imported and exported goods, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is highlighting funding programs and other resources that are available to NWT businesses impacted by the tariffs and seeking support to adapt to this new situation.
Specific sectors in the NWT are significant importers of U.S. goods, including industrial machinery which is important to NWT’s key economic sectors like mining, construction and capital projects. The NWT manufacturing sector may also face challenges related to supply chains.
GNWT Resources
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) Program
The SEED Program is a contribution funding program with a diverse set of funding options that may be able to assist NWT businesses and entrepreneurs with adaptation and innovation in response to the tariffs.
The SEED Program may be able to help your business:
- identify new supply chains;
- adapt product or service offerings to other international audiences;
- promote NWT products and services for export to other provinces/territories or countries other than the U.S.;
- seek advice from a customs broker for what is required to become compliant under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA); and/or
- participate in interprovincial and/or international trade missions.
For more information on how SEED funding may be able to contribute to your project, contact your Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) Regional Office. It is strongly recommended to discuss your tariff-related project with an ITI Business Development Officer or Economic Development Officer before applying.
Government of Canada Resources
The Government of Canada has a system of economic support programs that is available to help businesses and workers directly impacted by U.S. tariffs.
For more information about how the Government of Canada is responding to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods go to: Canada's response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods