Manitoba Businesses Feel Trade War Pain | Montreal News

Small businesses across Manitoba are bracing for a tough ride as escalating U.S. tariffs hit their bottom lines, forcing pivots, price hikes, and even closures. From a blacksmith shop forced to halt U.S. shipments to a Winnipeg salon absorbing extra costs and an online artist losing 95% of her sales, the ripple effects are felt everywhere — from manufacturing to retail. Advocates are pushing for targeted government aid like tax relief and faster reimbursement for counter-tariff losses, arguing that while buying local helps, it’s not enough without direct intervention. Both federal and provincial governments point to existing measures, but businesses say they’re falling short — and the clock is ticking. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/74ec456a5dbec3ed