FPAC Statement on Proposed U.S. Tariffs and Potential Threat to Canada’s Forest Sector

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FPAC statement on proposed U.S. tariffs and potential threat to Canada’s forest sector

Canada’s forest sector is disappointed by the proposed expansion of U.S. tariffs to a broad range of Canadian forest products. Canadian forest products already face significant trade barriers in the United States, including longstanding duties on softwood lumber and more recent Section 232 tariffs. At a time when our American neighbours are struggling with affordability and the need to build more homes, these actions will unfortunately hurt them…