On March 7, President Trump has paused the previously announced 25% tariff on USMCA-compliant goods until April 2nd.
- For product going from Canada into the United States,
it’s strongly encouraged to ensure that CUSMA Certificates of Origin for each shipment accompany the entry documents to demonstrate their qualification for the tariff pause. Without proof of qualification, the 25% surtax may apply (at the discretion of the Border Services Officers). - For U.S. products coming into Canada,
- The Government of Canada also intends to impose tariffs on a second series of goods imported from the U.S., for which the government is seeking input from Canadian companies until April 2, 2025.
- List of fruits and vegetables imported from the U.S. open to consultation.
- Please send your comments on this list to the Department of Finance Canada:
- by completing this form, or/and
- by sending an e-mail to consultations@fin.gc.ca
- The Quebec government has announced measures to support businesses in addition to penalties for U.S. companies wishing to bid on public tenders issued by Quebec, namely: (In French)
o Support cash-strapped exporters
o boost the productivity of manufacturing companies
o Enhance workforce skills
o Diversify export markets
o Accelerate the shift towards innovation and productivity
A WORD FROM THE QPMA GENERAL MANAGER
Our new commercial realities: 25% tariffs
The entry into force of the 25% tariff imposed by the United States is changing the commercial dynamics of our industry.
The QPMA is actively involved in discussions with the government and agri-food partners in Quebec. It is also working with its pan-Canadian partners on a coordinated response. The QPMA remains mobilized to preserve the competitiveness of our industry while ensuring the food security of Quebecers in this context of trade disruptions.
Constantly subject to climatic, logistical and economic disruptions, the fruit and vegetable industry has always demonstrated its agility and resilience, committed to feeding Quebecers healthy, tasty products.
The QPMA remains vigilant on behalf of its members and will keep you informed of developments.
In order to best defend your interests and help you get through this turbulence, please do not hesitate to forward your concerns and questions to :
- Mario Lalancette, mlalancette@aqdfl.ca or 514 355-4330 # 225 or 514 497-6115
- Or Marie de Tarlé, mdetarlesalmon@aqdfl.ca or 514 355-4330 # 221
Let’s stay united and alert in the face of this challenge.
Mario Lalancette
General Manager, QPMA
PARTNER
Which Canadian imports should be prioritized for access to new markets in 2025?
Are you looking for new sources of supply for your core products?
The CFIA is asking for your priorities for opening new markets for new imports into Canada.
To help the Agency prioritize its Pest Risk Analysis (PRA) efforts for 2025, CPMA invites its members to complete this survey by Friday, March 14, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Maeva Killah, Government Relations Manager, at mkillah@cpma.ca
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