USW: U.S.-Canada Trade Conflict Hurts Workers

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire USW: U.S.-Canada Trade Conflict Hurts WorkersAuthor of the article:MONTREAL, Sept. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — United Steelworkers (USW) International President Roxanne Brown today called on U.S. and Canadian trade representatives to return to the table to hammer out an agreement that prioritizes working families.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountAt a press event attended by USW leaders from both Canada and the United States, she said that in this trade dispute, as in far too many conflicts, it is workers who ultimately pay the price.“This conflict is hurting jobs. It’s hurting facilities. It’s hurting communities. And it’s creating uncertainty for workers and families in both countries,” Brown said. “That’s why our message today is simple: We need both governments to get back to the table and find a constructive path forward.”Brown said that while the United States and Canada share a deeply integrated economy, just as importantly, they share values.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“For generations, our nations have stood shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared interests. We defend North America together,” Brown said. “We are stronger when we work together.”This is especially important as workers in both countries face the threat of unfair trade on a global scale, including distorted markets, massive industrial subsidies and state-directed overcapacity.“When countries flood international markets with artificially cheap steel, aluminum and manufactured goods, workers in both Canada and the United States suffer the consequences. Plants close. Investments are delayed, and jobs disappear,” said Brown. “That’s where our joint focus should be. Our trade tools should be aimed at bad actors in the global marketplace, not at our closest ally and most important economic partner.”Brown said that with stakes this high, there was no time to waste.“The relationship between our two countries is too important to be defined by division,” she said.The USW represents 850,000 workers across Canada and the United States employed in metals, mining, pulp and paper, rubber, chemicals, glass, auto supply and the energy-producing industries, along with a growing number of workers in health care, public sector, higher education, tech and service occupations.Jamey Heath, USW Communications (Toronto), 416-997-7209, jheath@usw.caClairandrée Cauchy, USW Communications (Montreal), 514-774-4001, ccauchy@metallos.caJess Kamm Broomell, USW Communications (Pittsburgh), 412-562-2444, jkamm@usw.orgThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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