Online marketplace Temu is launching a program allowing Canadian businesses to sell goods through the e-commerce platform to customers in the country, the company said on Monday.
The move marks the first time Canadian businesses will be able to list their products directly on the site, according to the company. Only businesses registered in Canada with local inventory and fulfilment capabilities will be eligible to join Temu through the program.
The company positioned the initiative as a way to expand its product base while speeding up fulfilment of orders.
Temu, which originated in China and shares owner PDD Holdings with e-commerce giant Pinduoduo, began allowing Canadians to make purchases through its marketplace in February 2023.
Temu's Canadian expansion comes as shoppers aim to support more local brands to help the economy as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to impose tariffs on Canadian goods.