Why More Canadian SMEs Are Future-Proofing Their Fleets with Strategic Leasing in 2025
As 2025 continues to bring economic pressure, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada—especially in British Columbia and Alberta —are being forced to rethink how they invest in their fleets. With interest rates elevated, equipment costs surging, and import tariffs reshaping truck pricing , business owners are finding that traditional purchasing models no longer support long-term stability. To stay agile and protect working capital, many are shifting toward strategic leasing —a model that offers financial flexibility, tax advantages, and the ability to scale fleet operations quickly and sustainably. Strategic Leasing: A Growing Necessity, Not Just an Option In places like Surrey , Edmonton , and Abbotsford , where construction, logistics, and agriculture sectors drive local business activity, leasing is gaining momentum as a way to sidestep the capital strain of ownership. Many SMEs are now partnering with equipment funding experts to access the assets they...