A Volatile Mix as Tariffs Stir Up Pressure
Canada’s chemical manufacturing sector spans a broad range of subsectors, including basic chemicals, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, and specialty products such as resins, synthetic rubber, soaps, paints, coatings, and adhesives. The industry supplies essential inputs that support the functioning of core economic sectors such as energy, healthcare, transportation, consumer goods, manufacturing, and agri-food.
Tariffs and the Canada–U.S. trade conflict placed significant pressure on Canada’s chemical manufacturing sector in 2025. How will the sector perform in 2026 and beyond? Will trade remain weak? As technologies advance, will opportunities arise in low-emission activities? How will the transition to a greener economy impact overall employment in the sector?
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