Fight back needed as Trump continues to attack Canadian softwood lumber jobs (CNW Group/Unifor)

Unifor calls for federal action as Trump imposes new tariffs on Canadian lumber

by Todd Humber October 1, 2025

written by Todd Humber October 1, 2025

Unifor is calling on the federal government to intervene after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber, furniture and cabinetry exports, according to the union. The White House issued a Presidential Proclamation on Sept. 29 under Section 232 of U.S. trade law. T...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Unifor calls for federal action as Trump imposes new tariffs on Canadian lumber

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