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Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs
Temporary tax relief for tariff-affected businesses
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provided temporary tax relief to businesses affected by tariffs, including deferred GST/HST and corporate income tax payments. It also waived or relieved interest on certain GST/HST and T2 amounts during the relief period, up to June 30, 2025.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses with GST/HST accounts.
- Businesses with T2 corporate income tax accounts.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Relief was granted automatically on eligible GST/HST and T2 accounts.
- No proof of hardship or tariff impact was required.
- Businesses still had to file GST/HST and T2 returns by their due dates.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs. 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 Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs?
This program provided temporary tax relief to businesses affected by tariffs, including deferred GST/HST and corporate income tax payments. It also waived or relieved interest on certain GST/HST and T2 amounts during the relief period, up to June 30, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs program?
To be eligible for the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs program, you must:
Businesses with GST/HST and T2 accounts.
Applicable during the relief period.
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs available?
The Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs?
Tax relief and support for businesses in response to tariffs is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)