Programme FRONTIÈRE ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Manufacturing sector businesses operating in Canada - Primary sector businesses (agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining) operating in Canada - Businesses directly affected by U.S. tariffs - Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger manufacturers/primary producers - Canadian corporations and registered business entities - Businesses with active operations and demonstrable tariff impact ### 💰 Funding Details - Loan structure (not a grant—repayable financing) - Designed to address liquidity needs caused by tariff impacts - Amount varies based on demonstrated liquidity shortfall and business circumstances - Terms: Repayment-based loan product with defined repayment schedule - No matching requirement specified (100% financing of eligible liquidity needs) - Interest rates and repayment periods to be determined during application assessment ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Working capital to manage cash flow disruptions - Inventory financing affected by tariff-induced supply chain changes - Operational expenses necessary to maintain business continuity - Payroll and employee-related costs during revenue fluctuations - Accounts payable and short-term obligations - Expenses directly tied to tariff impact mitigation ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicant must provide documented proof of U.S. tariff impact on business operations - Business must demonstrate genuine liquidity needs caused by tariffs (not general underperformance) - Submission of financial statements and cash flow projections required - Loan is repayable—not forgivable funding - Businesses must maintain active operations and good standing - Regular reporting on loan use and business performance may be required - Program availability tied to active U.S. tariff disputes affecting Canadian sectors - Funds must be used exclusively for tariff-related liquidity support