A new CFIB report says 47 per cent of members it recently surveyed do not consider Canada's southern neighbour to be a reliable trading partner anymore.

The eight-storey facility will consolidate well-being related services under a single roof.

The association is urging parties during the federal election campaign to focus on getting major projects built.

Funding for eight projects will create 1,400 rental units including almost 400 with more affordable rents.

Companies say they prefer measures such as reduced hours or hiring freezes over significant layoffs if they are forced to make changes due to the 25 per cent levy.