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Carney Provides $1.2B for Softwood Lumber Producers

Monte Stewart August 06, 2025 2 min read
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Carney Provides $1.2B for Softwood Lumber Producers
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The Canadian government is providing $1.2 billion to aid softwood lumber producers facing increased U.S. tariffs. The package includes $700 million in loan guarantees and $500 million for product development and market diversification. An emphasis is placed on using Canadian lumber in national building initiatives and promoting Canada in global markets. The initiative aims to reinforce the commercial real estate and lumber industries by supporting worker retraining and Indigenous business development.