Up to $5,000 in Funding for B.C. Businesses Exporting to the U.S.
Supported by the Government of Canada through Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan).
The CUSMA Compliance Advisory Services Initiative (CCASI) supports B.C. based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) impacted by U.S. tariffs by facilitating access to the technical experts and advisory services they need to become CUSMA compliant.
Approved businesses will be reimbursed for 50% of the total eligible costs incurred up to a maximum reimbursement of $5,000.
HOW IT WORKS - WHO CAN APPLY
You may be eligible if your business:
• Is registered in British Columbia
• Has exported to the U.S. within the past 12 months
• Has eligible costs incurred on or after April 1, 2025
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If you’re exporting to the U.S., now is the time to strengthen your compliance with expert support.
• Applications are reviewed on a first-come, firstserved basis, so make sure to apply early.
WHAT YOU CAN CLAIM
Approved businesses will receive 50% of their total eligible costs reimbursed, up to a maximum of $5,000.
Eligible technical experts must be based in Canada or the United States. These can include:
Customs brokers
Trade consultants
Trade lawyers
Compliance specialists
Complete an online application - Get approved - Hire a service - Submit receipts - Get reimbursed
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Before applying, make sure you have the following documents available:
- Articles of incorporation or business
- registration confirmation
- Proof of exporting activity: bill of lading, invoice, or similar
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