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Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada
Supports Canadian businesses facing trade disruptions
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative offers $1.5 billion to help Canadian businesses overcome trade disruptions. It supports activities that improve productivity, reduce costs, strengthen supply chains, and open access to new markets.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of digitization, automation, and technology solutions to improve productivity.
- Market development and expansion initiatives to find new customers.
- Optimization of supply chain logistics and compliance with standards for increased market access and sales.
- Strengthening and developing domestic supply chains to enhance resilience and market reliability.
- Reshoring business operations and investing in recruitment of highly qualified personnel and expertise.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated companies
- Corporations
- Co-operatives
- Indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
- Non-profit organizations that support businesses
Eligible expenses
- Investments in digitization, automation, and technology upgrades.
- Market development and expansion activities.
- Optimization of supply chain logistics and compliance with market standards.
- Costs related to strengthening domestic supply chains and facilitating internal trade.
- Expenses for reshoring production, research and development operations.
- Recruitment of highly qualified personnel and expertise.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nunavut
- Northwest Territories
- Yukon
How to apply
- Step 1: Express Interest
- Contact the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) by emailing operations@cannor.gc.ca.
- Indicate your intention to apply for funding under the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI).
- Step 2: Request Information and Guidance
- Request additional information or clarification regarding the application process if needed.
- Obtain guidance on eligibility and required documentation directly from CanNor representatives.
- Step 3: Prepare Your Application
- Prepare all required documentation and detailed project information as specified by CanNor in their response.
- Ensure all activities align with program criteria and that your application clearly demonstrates your organization's needs and project objectives.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Email your completed application and all supporting documents to operations@cannor.gc.ca.
Additional information
- The program now includes additional support across all sectors.
- CanNor delivers funding in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and Yukon.
- Applicants may contact operations@cannor.gc.ca for more information.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada Program
What is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada?
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative offers $1.5 billion to help Canadian businesses overcome trade disruptions. It supports activities that improve productivity, reduce costs, strengthen supply chains, and open access to new markets.
How much funding can be received?
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada program?
To be eligible for the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada program, you must:
Incorporated company, co-operative, or corporation
Indigenous-owned business or organization
Business-supporting non-profit
What expenses are eligible under Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada?
Implementation of digitization, automation, and technology solutions to improve productivity.
Market development and expansion initiatives to find new customers.
Optimization of supply chain logistics and compliance with standards for increased market access and sales.
Strengthening and developing domestic supply chains to enhance resilience and market reliability.
Reshoring business operations and investing in recruitment of highly qualified personnel and expertise.
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada?
You can contact Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) by email at operations@cannor.gc.ca.
Where is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada available?
The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada program is available the province of Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.
Is the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada is a Grant and Funding