CCA Bulletin: “New Canada-U.S. counter-tariffs: What contractors need to know”

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has released a new bulletin, “New Canada-U.S. counter-tariffs: What contractors need to know”, to help members navigate the uncertainty in Canada-U.S. trade.

In response to the 50 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian exports, Canada is introducing $27.6 billion in dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs on U.S. goods, effective September 8, 2026. As the construction industry is a net importer of critical construction materials, the sector is vulnerable to trade related pressures stemming from counter-tariffs, particularly on steel, aluminum, and wood products. This latest move by the Government of Canada is set to double the tariff on U.S. steel and aluminum, including structural and derivative products, from 25 per cent to 50 per cent. Meanwhile, tariffs on lumber, plywood, and other related construction wood products remain in place ranging from 25 to 50 per cent.

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