Steelworkers union president calls for Canada-U.S. unity in Quebec amid trade war
LAVAL — The president of an international steelworkers union is calling for unity as the trade war between Canada and the United States continues.
The United Steel Workers (USW) union has warned that workers in Canada and the United States are bearing the brunt of the trade war between the two countries. The USW, the largest private-sector union in North America with over 1.1 million members, is urging the governments to resume trade talks for the betterment of workers. However, escalating trade tensions have replaced shared interests with mutual fears.
USW President Paula Brown emphasized that economic disruptions in one country directly affect workers in the other. The Canadian government launched a $570 million Workplace Tariff Response program in March to support workers in steel, lumber, and other affected industries, but Brown stressed that the two nations are stronger when working together.
A recent estimate by University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe suggests that the 50% tariffs could lead to around 90,000 job losses in Canada, primarily impacting exporters and industries that supply to them. Tombe warned that the uncertainty surrounding the tariffs' longevity and financial impact could slow hiring and post fewer vacancies, temporarily affecting employment levels.
While the economic impact may not lead to a recession, the unpredictability of U.S. policy heightens concerns about the potential for sudden escalation or a quick negotiated resolution.
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