Building Canada

At ArcelorMittal Dofasco, our goal is to help build a better Canada with smarter steels. Steels made using innovative processes which are more efficient, use less energy and emit less carbon. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support Canada as it transforms.

Steel is essential to supporting Canadian farmers and building sustainable agriculture across the country. From tractors to silos, combines to barns, steel is essential to supporting and growing Canada’s agriculture industry. Advanced, high-strength and corrosion-resistant steels improve durability and efficiency for Canadian farmers. From plows to processing facilities, Canadian agriculture runs on equipment built with steel, strengthening Canada’s full food supply chain from field to table.

Steel has remained the material of choice for automakers for the last 75 years as it has the most opportunity to continue reinventing itself. It is a foundational material for the automotive industry, playing a critical role in both vehicle performance and passenger safety. The unique properties of steel helps Canadian automakers reach weight targets, crash optimization, create premium finishes and reduce costs and carbon footprints. All of this leads to the safest, lightest and most environmentally friendly vehicles of tomorrow.

For Canada to achieve its ambition of building a net-zero electricity grid and securing a long-term energy future, steel must play a critical role across both clean and conventional energy systems. From solar panels to utility towers, turbines to drill sites, Canadian steel enables the reliable infrastructure that powers communities across the country. Domestic steel production not only supports Canadian jobs but also reduces supply chain risks for Canada’s energy transition to low-carbon technologies.

For Canada to increase access to affordable and nutritious food, steel must play an essential role in keeping food safe, fresh and shelf-stable in every corner of the country. From vegetables to non-perishables, baby formula to whitefin tuna, Canadian steel brings food safely to our kitchens. Steel is used in over 90% of canned food products in Canada, making it a critical material in food preservation, safety and sustainable packaging. As the only steel producer in Canada supplying into the consumer packaging segment, ArcelorMittal Dofasco plays a significant role in supporting this essential part of the food supply chain. With 100% recyclability, tinplated steel cans are critical for long-term food storage and emergency supply chains.

Steel is the backbone of modular, mid-rise and high-rise construction, playing a pivotal role in building sustainable and affordable housing for Canadians. From framing to insulated panels, roofing to rebar-reinforced foundations, steel shapes Canadian homes, towns, and cities, inside and out. Steel framing allows for faster builds, lighter weight loads with stronger and longer spans, taller buildings and longer product lifecycles. Steel has proven to be more versatile, easier to work with and lasts longer than other materials. It's strong, lightweight, recyclable and energy efficient, making it a superior choice for projects in every climate. From Galvanized and Galvalume™ in steel framing to Plain or Pre-painted Galvanized or Galvalume™ steel for cladding and Pre-Engineered buildings, architects and builders turn to steel for strength, function and beauty.

For Canada to successfully build faster, cleaner, and more accessible transportation systems, steel must play a vital role in enabling the infrastructure and durability needed to support modern mobility. From bus, rail, and subway to bridges and highways, Canadian steel is the key behind moving people and goods across our nation and around our cities safely. Steel’s strength and recyclability make it essential for sustainable transportation solutions. Investing in domestic steel supports faster builds, longer service life, and lower emissions in transit projects.