Partner Event: Localizing the Canadian Supply Chain – Understanding Sector-Specific Impacts on U.S. Tariffs

This bi-weekly, 1-hour co-creation speakers series explores the sector-by-sector impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian business supply chains. Industry experts will discuss key challenges and strategies for building resilience, localization, and supply chain diversification amid shifting trade dynamics

Based on the recent implementation of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, several key industry sectors in Canada are significantly impacted. Each session will highlight a sector, and also provide updates with the ones previously discussed.

Key sectors can include:

• Automotive and manufacturing
• Agriculture and fisheries
• Energy sector
• Aerospace
• Food and beverage manufacturing
• Forestry and wood products

The key goals and objectives of the speaker series are to:

• Understand the Landscape – Provide an overview of key Canadian sectors affected by U.S. tariffs, including manufacturing, agriculture, steel and aluminum, and energy.
• Analyze Tariff Impact – Examine how tariffs disrupt supply chains, increase costs, and affect competitiveness in both domestic and global markets.
• Discuss Policy and Trade Responses – Explore how Canada has responded to U.S. tariffs through trade negotiations, retaliatory measures, and diversification efforts.
• Hear Industry Insights – Gain firsthand perspectives from sector experts on challenges, adaptation strategies, and future outlooks.