In an escalating conflict, Canada’s Unifor union declares a clear economic call-to-arms against the U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Unifor National President, Lana Payne, emphasized that Trump’s tariffs have ignited a trade war, inciting Canadian citizens—politicians, workers, and residents alike—to band together against the unjust measures. She asserted that Trump has gravely miscalculated both Canadian resolve and the adverse impacts this trade war will inflict on American labourers.
The tariffs, which stand at 25% for Canadian goods and 10% for energy entering the U.S., take effect immediately. Payne warned that these tariffs will push prices higher for everyday items, jeopardise jobs across the U.S. and Canada, and significantly harm industries that rely on close manufacturing ties, particularly the auto sector. She called for a concerted effort to invest in Canadian resilience and redefine trade relations.
Unifor has urged all government levels and the industry to unite in response to ongoing tariff threats that target Canadian auto, steel, aluminum, wood products, and copper industries. The union, Canada’s largest in the private sector with 320,000 members, strives for workers’ rights, equality, and social justice, advocating for significant change for a brighter future.
Unifor asserts that U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods signal a trade war, urging unity among Canadians to counteract President Trump’s unjust measures. The tariffs—25% on Canadian products and 10% on energy—are expected to increase living costs and harm jobs. Unifor seeks an organised response from the government and industries to tackle the tariff threats.
The imposition of tariffs by the U.S. has prompted a strong response from Unifor, calling for unity and resilience among Canadians. The economic consequences of these tariffs threaten both countries’ labour markets, and Unifor emphasizes the need for a coordinated response to protect Canadian industries. The time has come for Canadians to invest in their economy and redefine their trade relationships.
Original Source: www.unifor.org
