$5M threshold for 'Buy Canadian' federal procurement policy still too high, business group says (opens original article in a new tab)

A business group says the $5M threshold for the federal 'Buy Canadian' procurement policy is too high, preventing small businesses from competing for contracts.

• The CFIB claims the $5M threshold excludes small businesses from federal contracts.
• The CFIB suggests de-bundling contracts to allow smaller businesses to compete.
• The 'Buy Canadian' policy aims to support domestic industries but faces criticism for favoring large companies.