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- calendar_today October 28, 2026
Stelco's Steelworkers May Return Before Christmas
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., owner of Stelco, is aiming to bring back laid-off stelco steelworkers before the end of the year. Lourenco Goncalves, CEO of Cleveland-Cliffs, conveyed optimism about recalling the affected workforce if a new strategy to boost Canadian sales succeeds.
CEO Outlines Path to Job Restoration
In a written statement to The Canadian Press, Goncalves explained that the company is focusing efforts on increasing the amount of Canadian-made steel purchased. The goal is to restore jobs at Stelco's Ontario steel operations through enhanced domestic steel sales rather than relying on tighter steel import restrictions.
Canadian Steel Sales Take Priority
The plan shifts emphasis towards the growth of Canadian steel sales as key to the potential steelworkers recall. Goncalves emphasized that improved demand for domestically produced steel is central to job restoration for those affected by recent steelworker layoffs at Stelco.
Ontario Steel Industry in Focus
Stelco's facility in Hamilton, Ontario, remains a crucial part of the province's steel industry. With domestic steel production facing competition from imports, the focus on increasing Canadian steel sales aims to support Ontario steel jobs and the broader sector.
Looking Ahead for Stelco Steelworkers
With hopes set on greater domestic demand, Cleveland-Cliffs is cautiously optimistic about restoring jobs for stelco steelworkers. The company awaits the outcome of its sales strategy, which will determine if steelworker recalls are possible ahead of the holiday season.
Source: globalnews.ca.
