Ottawa, June 19, 2025 — Canada’s federal government has pledged to deliver “a decision very quickly” to support the steel and aluminum sectors hit hard by recent U.S. tariffs, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly announced today.
Addressing reporters on Parliament Hill, Joly described the situation as a state of emergency for Canadian producers. She has been in direct contact with industry executives and union leaders, including representatives from the Canadian Steel Producers Association and United Steelworkers, emphasizing the urgency of the issue.
The tariffs, originally set at 25 percent in March, were doubled to 50 percent on June 3, a move widely dependent to have crippling effects on Canada’s steel sector . Joly reiterated that Ottawa must act swiftly to cushion the blow and support workers and businesses impacted by the escalation.
The announcement follows intense diplomatic discussions between Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit in Alberta, where both committed to resolving the Canada–U.S. trade dispute within 30 days.
Carney, along with Canada’s ambassador to the U.S., Kirsten Hillman, has framed the dispute as a broader trade war, negotiating a framework that could include defense and energy cooperation in exchange for tariff relief.
With tensions high and widespread concern over the tariffs’ economic impact, Ottawa is expected to unveil support measures imminently.
Canada to Roll Out Swift Support for Steel and Aluminum Industries Amid U.S. Tariffs
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