It's crunched the numbers and reviewed the data, and the Salvation Army believes tariffs will hurt vulnerable Canadians.
"As millions already struggle to meet basic needs, bilateral tariffs risk deepening poverty, increasing food insecurity, and overwhelming social services that many rely on," said a release.
It's calling on governments at all levels to consider how trade tariffs will strain essential services across the country.
"It is critical that the voices of Canada's most vulnerable are not overlooked in this conversation," it said.
The agency said key vulnerabilities could be exacerbated by tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Canadian imports and Canadian tariffs on American goods.
It said 58 per cent of Canadians accessing food banks are doing so for the first time. With an anticipated increase in food prices, even more people could struggle to feed themselves and their families.
While 44 per cent of Canadians cite housing insecurity as a major concern, the Salvation Army believes more families may find themselves without a roof over their heads.
Almost a quarter of parents say they eat less so their children can eat, and 15 per cent of Canadians say they've missed bill payments because of financial strain.
"The ripple effects of these tariffs could place even more pressure on Canadians who are already struggling to make ends meet," said Lt. Colonel John Murray, the territorial secretary for communications. "We are seeing firsthand how affordability challenges are impacting families across the country, and tariffs would only make these challenges harder to overcome."
It said without additional support, charities, like the Salvation Army, will face higher operational costs, making it more difficult to meet the demand for services.
It's urging all Canadians to support their neighbours by donating funds, food, and essentials.