Canadian Steel Producers Association president and CEO Catherine Cobden issued a statement: “Canadian steel producers face a dire situation. The unjustified tariffs by the United States have delivered a significant blow to our industry. Initially set at 25 per cent and adjusted to 50 per cent on June 4th, these tariffs are devastating. The US was a destination … Read more
The United States announced serious actions against China taking direct aim at Chinese steel overcapacity in the name of economic security and protecting the American steel sector and supply chains. “As our trading partners reinforce their trade remedy system with additional measures coupled with new tariffs and stronger laws, it is imperative that Canada keep pace and … Read more
President and CEO of the Canadian Steel Producers Association Catherine Cobden issued a statement: “The Canadian Steel Producers Association is pleased to see this budget significantly expand the climate toolkit to support heavy industry’s competitiveness as Canada moves towards a net zero economy,” she said. “We are encouraged to see investment tax credits for carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, … Read more
In the face of rising offshore imports into Canadian steel markets, and action by key allies to support their industries and workers in the global race to attract climate investment, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is calling for swift action to protect Canada’s competitiveness and safeguard jobs. “Canadian steel producers are a critical component … Read more
President and CEO of the Canadian Steel Producers Association, Catherine Cobden, released the following statement in response to the tabling of the Federal 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan in the House of Commons: “The Canadian Steel industry welcomes the tabling of the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan today by Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, … Read more
Six leading steel groups in Canada, Mexico and the United States are urging their respective governments to ensure that negotiations on the North American Free Trade Agreement include key tenets that would result in growing consumption of steel in North America and increasing intra-NAFTA trade and market share for NAFTA producers. In a joint policy statement, … Read more
The Canadian Steel Producers Association welcomed the Government of Canada’s Budget 2016 commitment to taking steps, including through specific legislative amendments, to improve its ability to effectively remedy dumped and subsidized imports. The CSPA also welcomes the Government’s additional commitment to consult stakeholders in order to ensure that Canada’s trade remedy system offers Canadian businesses the ability … Read more
The third annual ‘Steel Days’ kicked off on Parliament Hill, with steel producers from across the country in town to champion a pro-manufacturing policy agenda in order to help sustain Canada’s economic recovery. Hosted by the Canadian Steel Producers Association, the two-day policy focused event is aimed at heightening awareness of Canada’s steel industry and … Read more
