Media Advisory - Canada's municipal, labour and business leaders respond to latest U.S. tariff hike threat

OTTAWA, ON, June 3, 2025 /CNW/ - The Federation of Canadian Municipalities, the Canadian Labour Congress, and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce will respond to the latest threat of doubling tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel by the U.S. administration. The ongoing trade war and constant threat of tariffs continue to impact everyone, including Americans.

At this crucial moment, Canada's municipal, workers and businesses are united in their fight to oppose these harmful tariffs. Amid this economic uncertainty, it's time to modernize how we work together as governments—starting with a new model that matches ambition with capacity. That's why FCM is calling for a National Prosperity Partnership: a coordinated plan to align infrastructure, housing, and investment with Canada's economic goals.

Where: Press Conference Room 135-B, West Block, Parliament Hill
When: Wednesday, June 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET

Participants:

• Carole Saab, CEO, Federation of Canadian Municipalities
• Bea Bruske, President, Canadian Labour Congress
• Candace Laing, CEO and President, Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Notes for media:

• All times are local
• Media are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early to set up
• Please contact [email protected] to register

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is the national voice of municipal governments, with more than 2000 members representing more than 92 percent of the Canadian population.

SOURCE Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)

For more information, please contact: FCM Media Relations, [phone], [email protected]