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Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia
Supports B.C. businesses adapting to tariff-related trade disruptions
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 10,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) in British Columbia offers up to $10 million in government funding to support businesses and not-for-profit organizations impacted by international trade disruptions. The program aims to boost productivity, strengthen supply chains, and diversify markets through eligible activities such as digitization, automation, market expansion, and supply chain optimization.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 10-499 employees
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Digitization, automation, and technology upgrades to improve productivity
- Market development and expansion to reach new customers
- Supply chain optimization and domestic trade strengthening
- Reshoring production, R&D operations, and specialized hiring
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed attestation form
- Completed supplemental form
- Business plan or pitch deck
- Externally reviewed financial statements and interim statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated for-profit businesses in British Columbia
- Not-for-profit organizations that support SMEs
Eligible expenses
- Labour and material costs
- Machinery, equipment, and infrastructure purchases
- Consulting and professional services
- Market expansion and maintenance costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Basic and applied research and development (Technology Readiness Level 1-6)
- Land and buildings
- Entertainment and hospitality expenses
- Debt refinancing, interest, and depreciation
- Taxes, contingencies, donations, dues, memberships, lobbying, and funding-raising commissions
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are currently being processed.
- A funding decision is aimed within 90 business days for most applications.
- Applications may be prioritized based on readiness, tariff impact, growth potential, and funding leverage.
- Technical proposals may be reviewed by NRC-IRAP or another external party.
Additional information
- Applications received in the first 30 days of the program opening are being processed.
- A funding decision is aimed within 90 business days for 90% of applications.
- Some technical proposals may receive an NRC-IRAP assessment.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia?
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) in British Columbia offers up to $10 million in government funding to support businesses and not-for-profit organizations impacted by international trade disruptions. The program aims to boost productivity, strengthen supply chains, and diversify markets through eligible activities such as digitization, automation, market expansion, and supply chain optimization.
How much funding can be received?
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia program?
To be eligible for the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia program, you must:
Incorporated business in British Columbia
10 to 499 full-time employees
Viable before March 21, 2025
What expenses are eligible under Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia?
Digitization, automation, and technology upgrades to improve productivity
Market development and expansion to reach new customers
Supply chain optimization and domestic trade strengthening
Reshoring production, R&D operations, and specialized hiring
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at PacifiCan.RTRI-SME_IRRT-PME@pacifican.gc.ca.
Where is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia available?
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia is a Grant and Funding