TORONTO, ON (August 24, 2026) — Canada’s steel construction industry has been dealing with the impacts of tariffs and trade uncertainty for over 18 months, and we are disappointed to see those challenges now spreading to other sectors of the Canadian economy, while our industry continues to see no reprieve. This escalation underscores the need to [...]
TORONTO, ON (July 23, 2026) – The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) announces, with gratitude and best wishes, the departure of its President and CEO, Keanin Loomis, who will be taking a leave of absence effective August 1, 2026, to pursue his candidacy for Mayor of Hamilton. On behalf of the CISC membership, we [...]
TORONTO, JUNE 26 — The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is pleased to announce the release of a new economic report, Role and Economic Importance of the Structural Steel Fabrication Industry, prepared by Prism Economics and Analysis.The report provides a comprehensive look at the significant role Canada's structural steel fabrication industry plays in supporting [...]
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Arduini, President and Partner at ISM – Industrial Steel Manufacturing. After a courageous 15-year battle with cancer, Anthony recently passed away. Anthony was a respected leader in the steel construction industry and a longstanding member of the CISC community. His contributions to advancing steel [...]
TORONTO, ON (NOVEMBER 27, 2025) -The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction applauds the federal government’s announcement of enhanced trade measures to protect Canada’s steel industry. Below is a statement from Keanin Loomis, President and CEO of the CISC: “The CISC represents Canada’s steel fabricators who transform raw steel into the downstream products used to build Canada's [...]
TORONTO, ON (NOVEMBER 5, 2025) – The past year has been one of the most difficult in recent memory for Canada’s steel industry, as ongoing trade challenges continue to create instability and threaten the sector’s competitiveness. Support from the federal government is critical to ensuring the long-term strength and competitiveness of Canada’s steel construction industry. “The [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HALIFAX, NS (September 17, 2025) — The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is proud to present the 2025 Atlantic Region Awards of Excellence in Steel Construction, the region’s premier celebration of steel innovation and achievement. Held on September 19 at the Lord Nelson Hotel and Suites in Halifax, this gala event will [...]
February 11, 2025 TORONTO, ON – Statement from Keanin Loomis, President and CEO of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction: “The President of the United States has signed an Executive Order that will bring unnecessary tariffs of 25 per cent into force on Canadian steel and aluminum products. He has done so while repeating false claims [...]
It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Leo De Meo, a deeply respected leader and valued member of our community. Before becoming the General Manager of ArcelorMittal Global Research & Development in Hamilton in 2016, Leo had a longstanding and impactful relationship with the CSSBI and many of its [...]
Toronto, ON (November 7, 2024) – The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is proud to announce the 2024 Steel Conference Award Recipients: Alfred F. Wong Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to Dr. Reinhold “Reini” Schuster, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Waterloo; and to, Dr. Robert Driver, Professor Emeritus, University of Alberta; H. A. Krentz Research Award [...]