Doer says Alberta targets U.S. wood buyers to tip balance in softwood dispute
EDMONTON — Gary Doer, the former Canadian ambassador to the U.S., says one key to resolving the softwood lumber dispute is to enlist the help and support of wood buyers south of the border.
“We’ve got to get the Home Depots, the other companies that want good wood from Canada that is affordable and attainable,” Doer told reporters at the Alberta legislature Tuesday after meeting with Alberta Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier.
He said Canada has a strong legal case, but he said it’s also about influence.
“To put pressure on the decision makers you’ve got to get to the constituents. And the constituents are the customers,” he said.