Canada’s Provincial Chambers Unite to Urge Premiers to Dismantle Internal Trade Barriers

(TORONTO – February 3, 2025) – Today, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released a letter, signed by all of Canada’s provincial chambers, urging Canada’s premiers to dismantle internal trade barriers. Daniel Tisch, the Ontario Chamber’s President and CEO, released the following statement:

“It’s exciting to see Canada’s business community unite around a cause that matters to every Canadian: enhancing our nation’s competitiveness and resilience. By removing internal trade barriers, our premiers can lead the way in creating opportunities for businesses and lowering costs for consumers in every province and territory.

“As we face incoming U.S. tariffs and global economic uncertainty, Canada must look in the mirror. It’s hard to call for free trade abroad while maintaining barriers to trade within our own borders. Now is the time for provinces and territories to work together, and with the federal government, to create a truly open market, ensuring businesses can grow, trade freely, and build a stronger, more resilient economy.

“We are committed to collaborating with governments and our members to drive solutions that foster economic growth, enhance competitiveness, and improve the quality of life for all Canadians.”

To read the letter, please click here.

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About the Ontario Chamber of Commerce
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is the indispensable partner of business and Canada’s largest, most influential provincial chamber. It is an independent, non-profit advocacy and member services organization representing a diverse network of 60,000 members. The OCC convenes, mobilizes and empowers business and local chambers in pursuit of its purpose: to bring inclusive and sustainable prosperity to Ontario’s businesses, workers, and communities.

For more information, please contact: 

Julia Bubelis
Specialist, Public Affairs
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
juliabubelis@occ.ca | Mobile: (416) 841-1007