Tariff threats are freezing big business and leaving small companies with no options [Video]

Millions of dollars and thousands of jobs are in flux for Canadian businesses, as constant changes to tariffs mean companies based in this country are either avoiding financial decisions or feel they are unable to make them.

From large multinationals to small outfits with less than a dozen employees, the repetitive cry of “uncertainty” is causing more than just confusion. It’s influencing financial decisions for big players, and freezing smaller companies in their tracks.

For Kun Shoulder Rest, it’s the latter. The company is globally known for the violin and viola ergonomic accessories it makes in, and exports from, Ottawa.

“If you don’t play the violin, you will never have heard of a shoulder rest. If you do play the violin, you will know our brand,” said Juliana Farha, one of the company’s directors.