Notice // Canada’s construction industry stands strong against U.S. tariffs

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has issued a statement in response to the ongoing trade conflict between the U.S. and Canada.

On Saturday, February 1, President Trump signed an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, a decision with significant economic implications. In response, the Canadian federal government swiftly announced countermeasures, introducing targeted tariffs on American goods to protect Canadian industries and workers. Read the CCA’s full statement here.

The impacts of this trade conflict will be felt throughout the Canadian economy. These measures are likely to impact not only the ability of construction operators to meet their project requirements, but also the supply chains that the Canadian industries rely on all together. This limits the industry’s ability to combat the housing crisis, it slows down its ability to build critical infrastructure, and so much more.

As all levels of government consider non-tariff measures to support Canadian businesses and stimulate our economy, CANS and the CCA urge all governments to consult with industry so that any and all measures can be targeted, effective, and reflect the real needs of the industry

Advocating for Industry’s Needs

CANS supports the work of the Canadian Construction Association and their position on this matter. As an active partner to the CCA, we are committed to working together to advocate for the construction industry.

If you have any questions or feedback on this issue, please share your concerns with:

Alison Clack
Manager, Marketing & Communications
aclack@cans.ns.ca
902-468-2267 ext. 711