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Southern Albertans still figuring out the impact of latest tariff increase
Non-CUSMA-compliant goods now face a 35 per cent tariff to enter the United States. Non-CUSMA-compliant goods now face a 35 per cent tariff to enter the United States. Estimates say anywhere from 80 to 90 per cent of goods could be covered. Small- or medium-sized businesses may have a harder time becoming CUSMA-compliant. But the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce is able to certify goods to help them meet requirements. In a statement, chamber CEO Cyndi Crane said, 'We are committed to helping our businesses stay resilient and competitive in this evolving trade landscape.' There's concern over what the increased tariffs could mean for the agriculture sector. With southern Alberta's harvest starting in a couple weeks, some worry about this trade wrinkle. 'It's not a good time for us because harvest is going to start in the next couple of weeks for us, and that's going to continue on for the next month or two,' said Lynn Jacobson, president of the Alberta Federation of Agriculture. 'It's just one of those little things we have no control over. It's something like the weather.' Farmers who export to the United States will have to check their contracts. The details in these deals could impact tariffs on producers and importers. 'If you own the product going across the border and they pick it up and take ownership after the border, we're stuck with the tariff. If they buy it and that's their product going to the states, then they're stuck with the tariff,' said Jacobson. Premier Danielle Smith says she's happy CUSMA goods are still protected but frustrated by the increased tariffs. In a statement, she said, 'These tariffs hurt both Canadian and American businesses and workers, and they weaken one of the most important trade and security alliances in the world.' The United States gave Mexico the same deadline for a new deal, then a 90-day extension. Negotiations between Canada and the United States are ongoing.
CBC
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Some Calgary businesses have mixed reactions to U.S. tariff boost
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CTV News
2 hours ago
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Epcor offers up to $10K in rebates through rainwater pilot program
Epcor is offering up to $10,000 in rebates to eligible projects that help slow the direct flow of rainwater into storm drains. (Dave Mitchell/CTV News Edmonton) Edmontonians could receive up to $10,000 in rebates from Epcor through a pilot program that encourages property owners to slow rainwater from flooding storm drains. The RainWise program was launched in April and it will run for three years. Single-family, multi-family and commercial properties in Edmonton are eligible for a rebate if they build a project that meets certain eligibility requirements and slows the direct drainage of storm water. Epcor RainWise rebate program The Epcor RainWise program provides up to $10,000 in rebates to eligible projects that help prevent a demand on city storm systems. (Dave Mitchell/CTV News Edmonton) Projects listed on the Epcor website include: Downspout disconnections; rain barrels and storage tanks; rain gardens and box planters; soakaway pits; permeable pavement; and absorbent landscaping. 'If we can slow it down, it helps prevent flooding in local areas, then ultimately for the greater city of Edmonton area,' Dale DeBock with Epcor told CTV News Edmonton on Friday. He said up to $2,000 rebate may be approved for a multi-family project, and up to $10,000 rebate for larger commercial projects. 'We've put our money where our mouth is and we want to help the community do these projects, and we are encouraging these projects to happen,' he said, adding that Epcor has invested $300,000 for the length of the pilot. Epcor is offering rebates for eligible property projects that slow rainwater Homeowners can receive rebates for eligible projects through an Epcor pilot program that aims to slow rainwater from entering storm drains. (Dave Mitchell/CTV News Edmonton) DeBock said to avoid flooding, Epcor has had to do 'expensive upgrades to storm systems' and build big pipes to 'handle' all the rainwater. He said the program incentivizes people to take initiative and explore different things they can do in their backyards, and to help avoid these added costs. 'This is an opportunity to invest in the community and people's personal part of the city that would reduce the cost … or even eliminate the need for an upgrade altogether.' Applications can be made online. Projects that meet the eligibility requirements will receive a reply with approval. Receipts are then submitted when work is completed and homeowners will receive the rebate. At the time of the interview, DeBock said more than 220 applications have been made since the start of the program. With files from CTV News Edmonton's Nahreman Issa and Dave Mitchell
