Calgary, November 19, 2025 – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) applauds today’s announcement that all Canadian jurisdictions have signed a mutual recognition agreement for goods. This is a landmark achievement that will finally start breaking down costly internal trade barriers that have held back small business and Canada’s economy for far too long.
CFIB has championed mutual recognition for years as the most practical and effective way to achieve true full trade within Canada. Today’s announcement validates that belief. By ensuring that goods approved for sale in one province or territory can be sold in all others, this agreement will help small businesses grow, reduce costs, and improve consumer choice.
This agreement is a major step forward, but it should only mark the beginning of major change. We encourage Canadian governments to keep the momentum going. The next phase should include expanding the mutual recognition agreement to services, food products, and alcohol, which still face significant internal trade barriers. Removing these remaining barriers will strengthen Canada’s economy and benefit businesses and consumers alike.
- Keyli Loeppky, Director, Alberta & Interprovincial Affairs, CFIB
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About CFIB
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses with 100,000 members across every industry and region. CFIB is dedicated to increasing business owners’ chances of success by driving policy change at all levels of government, providing expert advice and tools, and negotiating exclusive savings. Learn more at cfib.ca.