‘We’re going to have to play hardball’: Unifor president says Canadian auto will survive trade war, but in for a fight

Lana Payne Arm Raised.jpg — Unifor President Lana Payne said a trade war with the United States will prove a “very, very difficult time” for Canadian workers, but she is confident in the industry’s resiliency. (DAVID KENNEDY)

March 05, 2025 05:39 PM

Unifor President Lana Payne said she harbours “no illusions” about how hard the union and Canadian government will need to fight to keep the country’s automotive industry intact as U.S. President Donald Trump launches a trade war with Canada.

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