When we ask our members about the most damaging tariffs, they say steel products are the hardest hit, followed by aluminum products. Even though we don't necessarily represent big producers, the tariffs are very damaging to our members. They use steel and aluminum to make their products, so the tariffs are very damaging.
We appreciate the flexibility the EI work-sharing program provides. Under the program, the employment relationship can be maintained if the business has to cut workers' hours. We support the government's approach.
If the government does do more, it should start by improving the existing reimbursement process. It's very slow. It takes forever. People have to wait way too long to get the money back.