Buy Canadian: Where to find local construction products

Canada is embroiled in a bitter trade war with the U.S., putting immense pressure on countless businesses. The U.S. is now imposing 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Canada, with a 10% tariff on energy and critical minerals. Canada has responded with its own tariffs in retaliation.

If you are looking to support Canadian construction businesses during the crisis, check out our list of producers. They make everything from steel girders to steel-toe boots. And if there is a made-in-Canada company that you think should be featured, let us know at hello@readsitenews.com.

Steel

Algoma Steel was forged in 1901 with two small blast furnaces, a 60-ton Bessemer furnace, a 23- inch bloom rolling mill and rail mill. It has since grown into a fully integrated steel producer based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. The company manufactures and sells hot and cold rolled steel products including sheet and plate.

Canam Steel Works Inc. was founded in St. Gédéon de Beauce, Que. in 1960. Despite a series of devastating fires, the company persisted. The company says it has been involved in more than 300,000 Construction projects in North America.

Solid Rock is a classic immigrant success story. Berend Steunenberg learned the metal fabricating trade while growing up in Holland and and took his skills to Vancouver in the 1950s. Now the company is helping tackle large, complex projects like The Butterfly, the Surrey Central Library and Microsoft’s Vancouver headquarters.

Stelco is a long-standing integrated steel producer in Canada, primarily focusing on flat-rolled steel products. They produce hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel as well as coated products, serving industries such as automotive, construction, and energy.

AltaSteel, located in Edmonton, Alberta, specializes in producing high-quality steel products for industries such as construction and energy. The company plays a vital role in Western Canada’s steel industry by supporting local businesses and infrastructure projects.

Supreme Steel is headquartered in Acheson, Alberta, near Edmonton. It is the largest privately owned steel fabricator in Canada and provides services such as engineering, fabrication, and installation for industrial and commercial projects. Supreme Steel has contributed to iconic projects like the Port Mann Bridge and Anthony Henday bridges.

George Third & Son is a prominent steel fabrication company based in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1910, the company has over a century of experience in the steel industry.

Wood

Interfor Corporation, founded in 1963 and based in Vancouver, is one of the largest lumber providers globally, with 21 mills across North America. Interfor’s operations span British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, and the U.S. South, producing a wide array of wood products, including softwood lumber and engineered wood.

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., founded in 1955 in B.C., has grown to become one of the largest lumber producers in the world. The company operates over 60 mills across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, producing a wide range of wood products, including softwood lumber, plywood, OSB, and engineered wood.

Nordic Structures, based in Montreal, has worked on many projects in the U.S. and Canada, including Canadian Nuclear Labratories, Plate 15, Paul Mercier Library and more. Since 1961, Nordic has been using trees to make construction materials at its industrial complex in Chibougamau.

Canfor Corporation is a forest products company headquartered in Vancouver, B.C. Founded in 1938, Canfor specializes in producing lumber, pulp, and paper products, serving markets across North America, Asia, and Europe. The company operates numerous sawmills and pulp mills, with a strong presence in B.C., Alberta, and the U.S. South. In 2019, the Jim Pattison Group, one of Canada’s largest private companies, became Canfor’s majority owner, ensuring it remains Canadian-owned.

Tolko Industries Ltd., established in 1956 and based in Vernon, B.C., is a family-owned company that has grown into a significant player in the North American wood products industry.

Western Forest Products specializes in high-value, specialty lumber from the coastal forests of British Columbia. They serves niche markets like marine applications, custom homebuilding, and furniture manufacturing.

Stella-Jones, based in Montreal, Quebec, specializes in producing pressure-treated wood products, particularly utility poles and railway ties. They also manufacture lumber for residential construction. In 2025, Stella-Jones reported revenue of $2.5 billion.

Heavy equipment

Tigercat is a privately owned, vertically integrated Canadian corporation with deep expertise in engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, and the support of machinery suited to severe duty applications. The off-road industrial product line includes land clearing, silviculture and site preparation equipment as well as other specialized severe duty carriers used in a variety of industries including utilities, oil and gas and construction.

MacLean Engineering, based in Ontario, manufactures a range of underground mining machinery, which is also used in construction projects, particularly in tunnel construction and underground operations. Their machinery includes mobile mining equipment, bolters, scissor lifts, and other safety-focused tools.

Foremost is a Canadian company that manufactures heavy-duty construction and industrial equipment. Located in Calgary, Alberta, their product range includes drilling rigs, vacuum trucks, and specialized equipment for construction and mining applications.

Cement/Concrete

Béton Provincial Ltée, a Quebec-based family-owned company established in 1960, stands out in Eastern Canada for its diverse, high-quality concrete and paving products. They focus on a personalized customer approach and boast a wide distribution network, supplying construction projects across the region. In recent news, Béton Provincial made headlines by acquiring assets from CRH Canada, further solidifying their position in the market.

Federal White Cement, based in Woodstock, Ontario, specializes in white Portland and masonry cement for the construction industry. This family-owned company prioritizes innovation, offering traditional and eco-friendly white Portland cement options alongside white masonry cement.

Miller Cement supplies bulk Portland cement and specialty cementing materials. The Ontario-based company emphasizes sustainable practices and control their delivery process across the province.

Ciment Québec, boasting one of the most modern cement plants in North America, is a key player in Quebec’s construction industry. Their offerings include cement, concrete, construction materials, and aggregates. 

BM Group, based in B.C., has more than 40 years of history supplying Canada with concrete. It boasts expansive ready mix facilities and a constantly growing fleet. Alongside concrete supply is its precast manufacturing operation which offers a vast catalogue of precast concrete products.

Tools/gear

Gray Tools focuses on manufacturing hand tools for accomplished tradespeople. Founded by Alex Gray in 1912, the company offers over 6,000 hand tools designed for the specific work and needs of the professional user under two brands: Gray and Dynamic Tools. They are Canada’s only broad line manufacturer of hand tools.

Task Tools is a Canadian company founded in 1968, based in Delta, British Columbia. It is a family-owned and operated business that specializes in developing high-performing, quality tools for construction professionals. Task Tools offers three brands: TASK Signature, TASK, and Tuf-E-Nuf.

JessEm Tools manufactures precision woodworking tools. They are Canadian-owned and produce their tools in New Brunswick.

Rolgear Manufacturing produces a patented toothless ratchet system used in hand tools such as screwdrivers and socket wrenches. They are located in Ashcroft, B.C.

Tiger Torch manufactures propane and natural gas blow torches near High River, Alberta.

Veritas Tools produces high-quality woodworking hand tools, including planes, sharpening tools, joinery saws, marking and measuring tools, chisels, and carving tools. The Ontario company boasts 1250 products and more than 100 patents.

RAD Torque Systems is a Canadian manufacturer of pneumatic, battery powered, and electronic pistol grip torque wrenches which are marketed under the RAD trademark. RAD products are used in oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, aerospace, power generation and manufacturing.

Busy Bee Tools, a proudly Canadian-owned and operated company, has been specializing in woodworking, metalworking, and industrial tools since 1976. Headquartered in Concord, Ontario, the company has expanded nationwide with locations in Ottawa, Mississauga, London, Dartmouth, Pickering, Barrie, and more.

Perma Pouch Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing leather tool belts and pouches. The Burnaby, B.C. company’s products are 100% Canadian-made, focusing on durability and functionality for tradespeople. Perma Pouch is known for its commitment to local production and high-quality craftsmanship.

Impact Poly Hammers is a Saskatoon-based company that produces professional-grade soft-faced dead-blow hammers. Their hammers feature increased steel frame construction and fully welded heads. They offer a variety of sizes and are known for their durability, with some users reporting their hammers lasting for 15 years without significant wear.

Akribis Leather designs and manufactures rugged, high-quality tool belts specifically for tradespeople. Founded by Luke Riemer, the Summerland, B.C. company started with custom-made belts tested in the harsh conditions of the Okanagan Valley. 

Personal protective equipment

Canada West is a 47-year old boot manufacturer that has a variety of styles for steel toe work boots. Based in Winnipeg, Canada West states that making Goodyear welted footwear may not be the easiest way to make a boot or shoe, but they still believe it is the best way. Especially for heavy-duty work boots and western boots used throughout Canada.

Big Bill is a fourth-generation family business and a brand of Codet Inc., dedicated to producing high-quality workwear for over 75 years. Founded by Charles E. Audet in Coaticook, Quebec, the company has grown into a North American leader with four specialized divisions: workwear, outdoor clothing, flame-resistant apparel, and safety footwear.

Superior Glove is a Canadian company specializing in hand protection. Based in Acton, Ontario, they manufacture a wide range of gloves for industrial applications, including cut-resistant and heat-resistant options. They are one of the largest glove manufacturers in North America with a strong focus on local production.

Dynamic Safety produces above-the-neck PPE for industrial applications. The Quebec company manufactures hard hats, ear muffs, and other safety equipment designed for workers in construction, manufacturing, and other industrial sectors. Dynamic Safety continues to operate its manufacturing plant in Laval, focusing on North American production.

Covergalls is a Sudbury, Ontario manufacturer of industrial PPE and workwear designed specifically for women. Founded by Alicia Woods in 2013, the company has grown significantly and now produces a wide range of PPE products tailored to women’s needs in various industries.

Tatra is a 100% Canadian-made work boot manufacturer based in Dunnville, Ontario. They produce high-quality, hand-crafted CSA work boots and emphasize their commitment to supporting fellow Canadians by providing quality work boots and jobs. As of February 28, 2025, Tatra continues to manufacture their boots entirely in Canada.

Mellow Walk, located in Toronto, Ontario, produces safety footwear including work boots and shoes. They offer a range of styles, from steel-toe work boots to composite toe athletic work shoes, all manufactured in Canada.

Royer, based in Lac-Drolet, Quebec, has been manufacturing work boots since 1934. They offer a “Made in Canada” line that guarantees the product was made in their Lac-Drolet factory from top to bottom.

Hardware

Leland Industries is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of fasteners, including nails, bolts, nuts, and screws. The B.C. company specializes in providing high-quality steel fasteners for a variety of industries, including construction, automotive, and industrial applications.

Can-Eng Manufacturing specializes in cold-heading and forging processes to produce nuts, bolts, screws, and other metal products. Their fasteners are used in industries such as construction, automotive, and energy.

Pacific Bolt is the largest bolt manufacturer in Western Canada. They produce construction fasteners and anchors using domestic steel.

Canadian Stainless Fasteners Inc., based in Pitt Meadows, BC, has been supplying and distributing fasteners since 1995. While primarily a distributor, they also offer custom design services for fasteners.