Ford Motor Company broke off discussions with provincial and federal governments to build a new engine plant in Windsor, Ontario, saying its investment and jobs would be going to México.
Jerry Dias, president of Unifor, the labor union representing autoworkers in Canada, said the inability of the provincial and federal governments to reach a deal with Ford means an end to an expansion that would have created 1,000 jobs in Windsor.
Dias added, “We are disappointed. The auto industries that are flourishing around the world are ones where there is a deep commitment from government and an understanding of the importance and wisdom of investment, which always pays dividends.”
Brad Duguid, Canada’s Economic Development Minister, said in a statement that Ontario is willing to partner with businesses to create jobs. However, he added, “But we will not invest taxpayer dollars in any partnership that doesn’t provide a strong return for Ontarians. This includes creating good jobs, anchoring key facilities, building an industry supply chain, fostering research and development and leveraging a larger investment from the private sector.”
(from canoe.ca)
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