Mary Ng, minister of export promotion, criticized the increase, stating, "Baseless and unfair U.S. duties on softwood lumber unjustifiably harm consumers and producers on both sides of the border. This latest measure will negatively impact workers and their communities."
Bruce Ralston, B.C. minister of forests, expressed disappointment, saying, "I am immensely disappointed with the U.S. Department of Commerce's decision to increase unfair and unwarranted softwood lumber duties."
In February, the U.S. Department of Commerce hinted at a hike, planning to set duties at 13.86 per cent, but the recent change exceeded expectations at 14.54 per cent.
The U.S. Lumber Coalition, a trade group, endorsed the Department of Commerce's decision, arguing it protects U.S. lumber producers from unfair competition, highlighting ongoing tensions in trade.
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