Canadian Port Lockouts Threaten National Supply Chains

Ongoing labour disputes at Vancouver and Montreal ports disrupt over half of Canada's marine trade, raising economic concerns.

Labour disruptions at Canada's largest ports, Vancouver and Montreal, have halted significant portions of the country's marine trade, impacting supply chains nationwide.
The lockouts have resulted in a daily trade disruption of over $1 billion, with $800 million affected in Vancouver and $400 million in Montreal.
The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and other business groups are urging the federal government to find long-term solutions to prevent recurring labour disputes.
The federal government has appointed a commission to investigate and propose solutions to the ongoing labour issues at British Columbia ports, with a report expected by spring 2025.
There is growing concern that these disruptions could damage Canada's reputation as a reliable trading partner and affect economic recovery efforts amid global trade uncertainties.