Minister Anand stated that she is in regular contact with Honda officials and confirmed that the company is not currently considering relocating any of its production from Canada to the United States.
Canada's Industry Minister Anita Anand and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have denied reports suggesting that Honda is planning to move its operations out of Canada.
Minister Anand stated that she is in regular contact with Honda officials and confirmed that the company is not currently considering relocating any of its production from Canada to the United States. She also mentioned plans to meet with the CEO of Honda Canada later this evening to further discuss the matter.
Meanwhile, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh emphasized Canada's strong investment in the auto sector and related infrastructure. He highlighted the country’s status as a large and growing consumer market, making it an attractive destination for car manufacturers.
Singh added that companies seeking to sell vehicles in Canada should also be prepared to manufacture them domestically.