Aluminum businesses in Langley and Aldergrove receive over $1.5 million in response to the latest round of tariffs between the U.S. and Canada. (Image Credit: Innovative Aluminum Systems / Facebook)

By Alyssa Conti

Tariff Response

Feds invest over $1.5M in Langley, Aldergrove manufacturers affected by trade disruption

Aug 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM

LANGLEY — Two aluminum businesses in the Fraser Valley have received a new federal investment in response to recent global trade pressures.

Ottawa has placed an additional $1.5 billion into its Regional Tariff Response Initiative, with over $10 million set aside for 12 businesses and groups across B.C.’s Lower Mainland.

“Trade disruptions are threatening the industries that drive Canada’s economy,” said Gregor Robertson, minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada. “[B]y investing in B.C. businesses, we are protecting good jobs and strengthening Canada’s long-term economic resilience.”

Langley-based manufacturer Apex Aluminum Extrusions is getting $947,500 to support facility upgrades, such as new automation technology and expanded recycling and manufacturing operations, to increase productivity and bolster domestic supply chains.

Innovative Aluminum Systems in Aldergrove, which manufactures aluminum railings, is also seeing $559,000 for advanced manufacturing equipment, new product development and digital tools, which is expected to strengthen competitiveness and create skilled jobs.

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“Small businesses and workers drive British Columbia’s economy and strengthen communities across our province. As businesses adjust to unjustified tariffs, our government is investing in their success, protecting jobs, and creating opportunities for long-term growth,” said National Defence Associate Minister Jill McKnight.

There is currently a 50 per cent levy on aluminum imports between the U.S. and Canada.

Eight businesses in Langley, Abbotsford and Agassiz received a total of more than $10 million in an earlier round of the RTRI.

by Alyssa Conti

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