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Tariff Resources

Our trade relationship with the United States is facing heightened tariff pressures, directly impacting local businesses in Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley. For example, the British Columbia government estimates that under a 25% tariff scenario, the province could lose $69 billion CAD in economic activity between 2025 and 2028.

Tell us about how tariffs will impact your business. Your input helps shape our advocacy priorities. Take the survey.

Tariff Updates from the Chamber

July 2026

July 23rd, 2026 – Abbotsford businesses exporting to the United States should review their product exposure following the announcement of potential new 50% U.S. tariffs on a range of Canadian goods.

The new tariffs are scheduled to take effect on August 19 and apply to certain Canadian products connected to three separate U.S. trade actions concerning dairy, alcoholic beverages, and motor vehicles. These tariffs are additional duties, meaning they stack on top of any tariffs, fees, or charges that already apply.

Importantly, these Section 338 tariffs are expected to apply to impacted goods regardless of whether they qualify under the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

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Abbotsford, BC – Feb 4th, 2025 – As consumers look to shift purchasing patterns to support Canadian businesses, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is promoting local businesses through its Business Directory and ‘Proud Member, Proudly Canadian’ decals that will be going out across the business community this week.

In light of potential tariffs from the U.S. administration, The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce has also developed a new survey for local businesses to track the potential impacts of U.S. tariffs on their operations. Also available is a dedicated resource page to provide businesses with valuable information and support as they navigate these uncertain times and look at building greater resiliency and competitiveness.

“This is a wakeup call for Canada. With tariff-related uncertainties affecting a wide range of industries, especially our agricultural exporters and manufacturers, it is critical that we understand how these trade policies are impacting our local businesses,” said Alex Mitchell, CEO of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. “This survey will allow us to collect key data to advocate effectively for policies that support our business community.”

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“The United States is a critical trading partner for many of Abbotsford’s businesses.  Today’s news is a clear economic blow – these tariffs will harm Canadian and American companies by upending supply chains, making everything more expensive, causing job losses, and adding more red tape without any benefit on either side.”

“As a border community, Abbotsford businesses know the value of this century-long friendship and trading relationship which has resulted in decades of economic growth and prosperity for Canadians and Americans.  Abbotsford is home to a vibrant manufacturing sector that is deeply integrated with American partners and customers.  We are also the agricultural capital of Canada with food exports that end up on the tables of American families.”

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Timeline of Recent Tariff Actions

Donald Trump (U.S.) announces a 25% tariff on all Canadian imports.

Canada imposes 25% counter-tariffs on roughly C$30 billion of U.S. goods.

Canada announces further retaliation—25% tariffs on C$29.8 billion of U.S. imports.

U.S. auto-tariffs begin: 25% on imports of vehicles/parts that are non-USMCA compliant.

U.S. raises tariffs from 25% to 35% on Canadian goods outside the USMCA framework.

Canada removes 25% tariffs on some U.S. goods (except steel, aluminum, autos).

Donald Trump (U.S) signs an executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian exports. 

February 1, 2025
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August 1, 2025
September 1, 2025
July 26, 2026

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