Media Release
June 6th, 2025, Ottawa, ON - Following an intense day of dialogue between the Canadian steel industry's senior leadership, the United Steelworkers of Canada and the Government of Canada, President and CEO of the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA), Catherine Cobden released the following statement:
“The CSPA had constructive and frank discussions with federal Ministers and senior officials in Ottawa yesterday. It is clear that the government is seized with the gravity of the situation facing Canadian steel and understands the need for expediency in responding.
“Work is ongoing to take urgent action to support Canada’s steel sector, stabilize the domestic market and improve our longer-term viability in the face of mounting global trade disruption.
“The CSPA expects to see concrete action taken as early as next week and we offer our full support to Canadian policymakers to ensure that action comes forward as soon as possible.”
About the Canadian Steel Producers Association
The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada’s primary steel producers and some of the country’s largest steel consumers. Our 17 members supply essential materials to sectors including automotive, energy, construction, and transportation—supporting jobs, economic growth, and resilient supply chains. A strong domestic steel industry is critical to Canada’s economic sovereignty, ensuring reliable access to materials essential to our infrastructure, strategic industries, and national resilience.
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