Canadian manufacturer expands to Niagara Falls despite tariff tensions

Canadian specialized metal fabrication firm Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping Ltd. is expanding its operations to Niagara Falls, N.Y., with support from Empire State Development. Despite ongoing tariff tensions between Washington and Ottawa, the company aims to better service its growing U.S. customer base in the roofing and HVAC sectors. The move highlights a trend of Canadian firms establishing a physical presence in the U.S. to mitigate trade barriers.