Manitoba government launches ‘Trump-proofing’ program for businesses amid trade war

Manitoba says it’s responding to U.S. tariffs with $1.5 million in grants toward developing a made-in-Manitoba program.

The funding, Premier Wab Kinew and Trade Minister Jamie Moses announced Thursday, will go through Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME).

Moses described the move as “Trump-proofing” the province’s economy.

“This made-in-Manitoba tariff response program will help businesses continue to grow in this uncertain economic climate,” he said, highlighting CME’s manufacturing expertise.

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Among the initiatives in the tariff response program: training for businesses and workers on tariffs and market diversification, financial support for tariff planning consultations and a summit aimed at promoting business-to-business connections.

“While President Trump threatens our economy with tariffs, we’re standing up for Manitoba workers and the businesses that power our economy,” Kinew said Thursday.

“By partnering with CME, we’re ensuring that Manitoba manufacturers are equipped to respond to the impacts of U.S. tariffs.”

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