Tariff Shock for SMBs: Canada braces for new 50% U.S. tariffs on about $20B of goods starting Wednesday, with negotiators still far apart—businesses warn of job losses and knock-on effects for sectors like wine, wood products, and manufacturing. Hiring Pressure & Cash Strain: A Prairies survey finds small businesses under strain, with Manitoba/Sask owners most likely to fund operations using personal credit cards or home equity (49%) and many considering permanent closure (54%). Local Growth & Succession: Ottawa’s small-business market is getting more active as owners sell and buyers look for established operations, with the city’s Small Business Navigator pushing succession planning. Vancouver Startup Push: OneCity’s mayoral candidate William Azaroff promises to make it “easier, faster, cheaper” to start and scale businesses, including an entrepreneur liaison office and micro-grants. Cross-Border Pivot: An Ontario manufacturer is scrambling as a Canada-U.S. tariff deadline looms, saying it can’t ship certain items to the U.S. and is rerouting production. Marketplace for Ethnic Groceries: Winnipeg-based MamiMarkets is connecting ethnic food vendors with customers across seven Canadian cities, using same-day delivery and vendor storefronts without POS integration. Employer Ghosting Backlash: A new site, “Did they ghost you?”, is calling out employers that go silent after interviews, reflecting rising frustration in Canada’s hiring market. Workforce Alliance for Manufacturing: Ottawa launches an Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Alliance to tackle skills gaps and help manufacturers grow amid labour shortages. Housing for Workers: B.C.’s Denciti is moving ahead with a 135-unit rental in Esquimalt, including live-work units aimed at small businesses and professional services. Business Financing Reality Check: A BBB tip reminds startups to budget for unexpected startup costs beyond the obvious.