General Motors Canada has announced it will reduce operations at its Oshawa Assembly plant from three shifts to two, a change expected to take effect this fall. The company cited forecasted demand and trade-related factors for the decision.
According to GM Canada’s statement, the decision reflects “changing demand and the need to support a sustainable footprint” for the plant. The automaker emphasized that Oshawa will continue producing more trucks in Canada for Canadian customers, noting it has invested $2.6 billion in its Canadian operations since 2020.
It said GM has been building vehicles in Canada since 1918, and “we are implementing a plan to keep building here for Canadians for another 100-plus years. The company will work with our partners to support employees through the transition”.
Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter responded to the announcement with concern, acknowledging the potential impacts on the workers and their families. In a statement, Carter said the city will work with all levels of government to support those affected and continue advocating for local jobs and the broader economic health of the community and country (see below).
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