# Canadian Businesses Adapt to Tariff Uncertainty

Canadian small-business owners and entrepreneurs are actively responding to increased tariff-related trade uncertainties by seeking new export markets beyond the United States and leveraging networking opportunities to sustain growth. This shift was highlighted at a recent Wealth and Investment Conference in Vaughan, Ontario, where participants emphasized the importance of understanding government support programs and utilizing financial risk management tools amid evolving economic conditions.

- Federal agencies such as Global Affairs Canada and the Government of Canada are key sources of export support programs that businesses should engage with to navigate tariff impacts.
- Procurement professionals should note the growing demand for services that assist businesses in market diversification, export compliance, and financial risk management.
- Contractors offering consulting, financial advisory, and tax services may find increased opportunities supporting Canadian SMEs adapting to trade policy changes.
- Organizations involved in trade facilitation and export promotion in Ontario cities like Vaughan, Ajax, Scarborough, and Oshawa should consider partnerships to expand outreach and service delivery.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Government Entities
- Government of Canada
- Global Affairs Canada

### Vendors
- Naikzad Private Wealth Group at RBC Dominion Securities (host/partner)
- Canada Afghanistan Business Council (host/partner)
- S&M Tax Services (business participant)

### Sources
- [Business owners look to networking and new markets as tariffs add uncertainty - Frequency](https://www.frequencynews.ca/news/business-owners-look-to-networking-and-new-markets-as-tariffs-add-uncertainty) - frequencynews.ca