Media Release
August 22nd, 2026, OTTAWA, ON — Today, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) issue the following statement responding to the newest round of tariffs from United States of America:
Today’s newest tariffs are a concerning escalation from the Trump Administration. Canada and the United States have enjoyed more than thirty years of fully integrated trade and the Canadian and U.S. steel industries have benefited from that relationship. The breakdown in negotiations is regrettable.
The current circumstances present uncertainty and distinct challenges for Canada’s steel producers, but no deal is better than a bad deal, and we maintain our confidence in Canada’s negotiating team and their tireless work to land an arrangement that is beneficial to Canadian steel and the Canadian economy.
We will continue to work with the Government of Canada to ensure Canada’s broader trade regime is fully leveraged to counter unfair trade practices and provide Canadian steel producers with as level a playing field 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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