Steel manufacturer Zekelman Industries is offering a bounty of $1,000 to any Canadians who report the use of foreign steel in active or future public construction projects.

The company is North America’s largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer, and is leaning into the Buy Canadian Act by encouraging citizens to ensure taxpayer dollars are reinvested into Canadian communities and jobs.

“The Buy Canadian Act marks a pivotal step in reinforcing our shared commitment to one another and the future of our country,” said CEO Barry Zekelman. “It is of utmost importance to recognize that its success relies on collective action, and I encourage you to speak up to support your country and your neighbors.”

The first person to spot imported steel on active or future construction sites funded by federal or provincial governments, can submit a photo and project details to Zekelman.com/BuyCanadian to be eligible for a $1,000-reward.

“This is not a ‘Buy Zekelman’ campaign; it’s a Buy Canadian movement,” Zekelman said. “Every steel manufacturer in Canada deserves to benefit from the Buy Canadian Act and we have the expertise to point you in the right direction for the steel products that will help you get your project completed. From Vancouver to St. John’s and every city in between, we are a nation of builders and it’s time to rebuild our focus on what matters most: our own country.”