Stellantis announced a $3.6\u00a0billion investment in the automaker\u2019s Windsor and Brampton plants that looks to accelerate vertically integrated electric vehicle supply chains in North America.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday is yet another example that our plan to build Ontario is delivering huge wins for workers and communities all over this province,\u201d said Premier Doug Ford. \u201cOntario has everything it needs to be North America\u2019s auto manufacturing powerhouse once again. Where other governments stood by and watched jobs flee this province, we are getting it done and ensuring that cars of the future are made in Ontario by Ontario workers.\u201d<\/p>\n
Stellantis will retool and modernize the plants in Windsor and Brampton, converting them to flexible, multi-energy vehicle assembly facilities ready to produce the electric vehicles of the future. The company will also build two new research and development centres focusing on electric vehicles and EV battery technology. Ontario is supporting all these critical investments with up to $513 million, with a matching investment from the federal government.<\/p>\n
Stellantis will build a new, flexible, multi-energy vehicle assembly line at its Windsor plant. This strategic retooling will diversify the company\u2019s capacity by introducing battery-electric or hybrid models to the production line to meet growing consumer demand for low-emissions vehicles. Ontario is supporting the retooling with a commitment of up to $287 million.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese investments re-affirm our long-term commitment to Canada and represent an important step as we move toward zero-emission vehicles that deliver on our customers\u2019 desire for innovative, clean, safe and affordable mobility,\u201d said Mark Stewart, chief operating officer, FCA \u2013 North America. \u201cWe\u2019re grateful to both the Federal and Provincial governments for their shared vision to create a sustainable future. And to Unifor and our workforce for their support in helping ensure the viability of our Canadian operations for the long-term.\u201d<\/p>\n
Stellantis will also modernize its Automotive Research and Development Centre in Windsor by expanding and building two Centres of Competency. The Electric Vehicle and Battery Pack Testing Centres of Competency will establish Ontario as a major R&D hub for the company across all stages of production \u2013 from design to development. In addition to R&D, the centres will provide major opportunities for local talent, universities, colleges, and start-ups to participate in the development of Ontario\u2019s EV ecosystem. The hubs will be central to Stellantis\u2019 R&D operations in North America and serve the company\u2019s worldwide needs for technology, process and product development. Ontario is supporting this critical R&D investment with a commitment of up to $94 million.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are in the middle of the biggest revolution in the auto industry since the conception of the assembly line in 1913. Now, because of Unifor\u2019s auto-bargaining vision, Ontario is well placed to play an essential role in the new motoring revolution,\u201d said Dave Cassidy, Unifor Local 444 president. \u201cI want to thank Stellantis and the federal and provincial governments for recognizing the value in our Unifor members and their families.\u201d<\/p>\n
At its Brampton Assembly Plant, Stellantis will install a flexible assembly line capable of producing battery-electric and hybrid vehicles. This overhaul will diversify the automaker\u2019s capacity to meet growing consumer demand for low-emission vehicles. Ontario\u2019s commitment of up to $132 million helps secure the long-term future of the facility in Brampton.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday\u2019s announcement shows how important it is that unions, governments and industry come together to protect automotive manufacturing jobs and keep Canadian manufacturing strong,\u201d said Danny Price, Unifor Local 1285 president. \u201cThe hard working, dedicated people at the Brampton Assembly Plant take pride in building some of the highest quality, best-selling vehicles in their class. Now, we can also be proud of playing a critical role in Canada\u2019s electric vehicle transition for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
Stellantis\u2019s recent investments totaling almost $6 billion will help transform the province\u2019s auto industry. This includes the company\u2019s recently announced joint investment with LG Energy Solution, Ltd. of $5 billion to build Ontario\u2019s first large-scale electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Windsor.<\/p>\n
Ontario continues to be a destination of choice for major investments due to its clean and competitive electricity network, reduction in red tape, and status as one of the top auto-producing jurisdictions in North America.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday is a big win for Canadian workers, the future of Canada\u2019s auto sector and the entire Canadian economy,\u201d said The Honourable Fran\u00e7ois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. \u201cWith this historic\u00a0investment in Stellantis to build thousands of electric vehicles every year, we are securing thousands of well-paying jobs in Windsor and Brampton. With a century of excellence by Canadian auto workers, today is one more step in our efforts to build a sustainable economy of the future that is part of Canada\u2019s path to net-zero.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBrampton plays a significant role in Ontario\u2019s automotive sector and is home to top-tier manufacturers like our Stellantis assembly plant,\u201d said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South. \u201cI\u2019m proud that Brampton-built technology will help shape the next chapter in Ontario\u2019s electric vehicle renaissance, as today\u2019s investments continue to build tomorrow\u2019s innovations.\u201d<\/p>\n
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