U.S. Lumber Coalition: Canada's New Softwood Lumber Subsidies Exceed C$2 Billion - Solely to Prop Up Canada's Massive and Harmful Excess Lumber Exports
Our goal is to serve as the voice of the American lumber community and effectively address Canada's unfair softwood lumber trade practices. NEW CANADIAN SOFTWOOD SUBSIDIES TRACKERSince August 2025, Canada announced an estimated C$2.1 billion in forestry-specific subsidies. This funding was provided with the goal of "help{ing} up to 66,000 workers in vulnerable industries," including softwood lumber workers. These initiatives will support "workers and businesses most affected by tariffs and trade disruptions." These initiatives will support "workers and businesses most affected by tariffs and trade disruptions."
Source: CBC News April 02, 2026 16:45 UTC
