ALBANY – Relations between New York and Ontario are on thin ice!

The Empire State’s north-of-the-border neighbor lashed out at Gov. Cuomo after he signed “Buy American” legislation on Friday.

Cuomo inked the seemingly innocuous bill, which mandates use of American made steel and iron by state entities such as the Department of Transportation, Thruway Authority, Bridge Authority, MTA, Office of General Services and SUNY.

But the province of Ontario was not happy.

“Today, I am disappointed that New York State has proceeded with narrower `Buy American’ legislation and signed it into law,” said Jennifer Beaudry, press secretary for Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne.

“As I indicated when this legislation was first being considered, Ontario is prepared to respond strongly to this type of action.”

Ontario’s capital Toronto wasn’t specific in how it plans to strike back at Albany.

“That response could include giving Ontario the ability to restrict its own procurement policies and processes for firms that are located in a US state with discriminatory `Buy American’ policies,” Beaudry said.

“We will now take the time to review New York State’s legislation and consider what specific action may be required in this case.”

Cuomo said “Buy American” makes sense.

“‘Buy American’ will help us invest directly in our greatest asset, our workforce, to support economic development and job growth for generations to come,” Cuomo said.

“I am proud to sign this legislation to support hardworking men and women, revitalize infrastructure across the state, bolster the strength of our manufacturing industries and cement our status as a global economic leader.”

Additional reporting by David K. Li in New York