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I believe the unpredictability of the current U.S. leadership is a key factor in why it's difficult to fully rely on the stability of the CUSMA agreement or any future trade agreements under the United States.
I just met with a Vancouver manufacturer who doubled their revenue in 6 months once they shifted from costly U.S. exports to CPTPP markets. They're now selling to Japan with no tariffs, where their competitors face 15% duties.
Canada's economic landscape has completely transformed. What you knew 20 years ago won't work today.
Business leaders who understand this shift are finding massive opportunities, while others struggle with outdated strategies..
Even though cannabis is legal in many states, it’s still classified as a Schedule I substance under federal law. That creates barriers for large banks and traditional lenders, who often avoid cannabis financing altogether.
While large corporations navigate complex trade rules with ease, small businesses face overwhelming barriers: regulatory complexity, limited resources, and poor awareness of how to leverage these agreements effectively.
The numbers don't lie. With US-Canada trade tensions escalating and near-universal tariffs threatening in 2025, most Canadian businesses are freezing operations and hoping for the best. That's exactly the wrong move.
FIGHTER JETS FOR TRADE RELIEF? The strategy behind Canada's biggest negotiation play:
Prime Minister Carney's recent Washington trip wasn't just a courtesy call—it was a strategic opening move on the North American trade chessboard.
Twice this summer, I’ve watched buyers lose out, or almost lose out, on their dream homes. Not because of the house. Not because of the price. But because they weren’t working with the right mortgage broker.
