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U.S. Tariffs Explained: What Small Businesses Must Know

With the threat of 25% US tariffs on Canadian goods looming, it is critical that you prepare your business for the challenges ahead. If the tariffs affect your competitiveness in the U.S. market, you may need to cut costs and make tough decisions, including workforce changes like temporary layoffs or terminations.


With these changes, it's important to adapt and explore new strategies to keep your business strong.


In this webinar, our experts, Olivia Cicchini and Kiljon Shukullari, share for actionable guidance on how to navigate these challenges and thrive.

After watching the webinar, you'll know:
  • New U.S. tariffs and what they mean
  • Strategies to save costs & reduce risks
  • Operational efficiency measures
  • Guidance on temporary layoffs and terminations
  • And more…


Fill out the form below to access the webinar recording, and more:

Meet Our Speakers



Olivia Cicchini, Employment Relations Expert & Presenter, Peninsula Canada

A licensed paralegal, Olivia has significant insight into legal, HR, and employee management challenges faced by Canadian SMEs. 

She utilizes her employment law knowledge to create relevant and comprehensive content to help small business owners stay compliant with employment standards and health & safety legislation.  

Olivia’s incisive commentary regularly appears on radio, websites and in newspapers. Her views have been featured on CBC Radio, CTV News, CP24, and Toronto Sun.





Kiljon Shukullari, HR Advisory Manager, Peninsula Canada

An experienced HR professional and a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), Kiljon has considerable knowledge of the most relevant topics, trends, and policies in the field — expertise he brings to Peninsula clients.  

Kiljon has extensive experience providing consultation to clients on all aspects of HR management — offering timely answers and effective solutions to their challenges.  

Kiljon often speaks to the media on HR management issues. He's been featured in CP24, Global News, Globe and Mail, and CTV News.