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1 month ago | mnp.ca | Beverage Canada |Matt MacDonald |Sylvain Charlebois |Kristina Farrell

Event Performance Webinar Food and Beverage Processing We know that Canada’s agri-food sector plays a vital role in both our economy and our communities. But do you know where it ranks on a global scale? MNP dug into this question in our Global Agri-Food Most Influential Nations Ranking report, a study commissioned through the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University.

2 months ago | mnp.ca | Hussam Malek |Ryan Magee

March 19, 2025 Synopsis 4 Minute Read Canada’s manufacturing sector is one of the primary targets of U.S. tariffs and is poised to be among the hardest hit if they continue as proposed. In this article, we explore the potential impacts of tariffs on manufacturing businesses and some steps the sector can take to manage increased costs and stay competitive.

2 months ago | mnp.ca | Lisa Gordon |Mary Jo Larson |Steven Kwasny |Michelle Miller

Event Confidence Event Tax Services Indirect Tax International Corporate Tax Tariffs present new challenges for your business. The risk of a 25 percent increase in costs gets the attention, but there are other hidden impacts that you will need to consider. Do your contracts need to be reviewed? Will you need to make changes to your workforce? Are you prepared to scale up your operation if new opportunities arise?

2 months ago | mnp.ca | Steven Kwasny |Lisa Gordon |Mary Jo Larson |Michelle Miller

Insight Performance Insight Private Enterprise Consulting Forensics Find all of our insights related to trade challenges in one place. Scenario planningSteven Kwasny and Mary Larson discussed the importance of scenario planning in navigating uncertainty. They emphasized that businesses often find themselves in a defensive posture during crises, focusing on survival. "Often in times of crisis or uncertainty… you're in survival mode," Steven said.

2 months ago | mnp.ca | Matt MacDonald

March 13, 2025 Synopsis 11 Minute Read Shifting trade policies and tariffs are challenging Canada’s food and beverage industry, bringing cost pressures and supply chain obstacles. Businesses face higher prices on ingredients and materials, tighter margins, and changing consumer preferences. However, challenges also create opportunities — adapting pricing strategies, sourcing locally, and leveraging the buy-local movement can help businesses stay resilient.