Canada’s Forest Sector Speaks Out Against Unnecessary Tariffs on Canadian Exports

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The following statement was released today by Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) President and CEO, Derek Nighbor.

“The U.S. President’s move to place broad-based tariffs on Canadian exports is unjustified and unilaterally breaks the terms of the existing US-Mexico-Canada Agreement. It is also deeply disappointing in that it runs counter to the principles of trust and collaboration that the Canada-U.S. relationship has been built on for generations.

“For Canada’s forest sector, if these tariffs are not removed, they will damage a long- and well-functioning integrated forest products supply chain that runs two ways and benefits Americans and Canadians alike. It will also create business uncertainty on both sides of the border and will drive up costs for building materials and everyday household products for Americans.

“Today, we stand with our federal government and provincial and territorial Premiers in support of a swift counter-response, including a comprehensive and responsible plan to support impacted employees, businesses, and communities until the President reverses his decision.”

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

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