Amid the push to build Canadian, a Quebec train factory is booming

A Quebec train factory, Alstom's La Pocatière plant, is experiencing a resurgence after years of layoffs as the government pushes to prioritize Canadian-made goods. The factory is now hiring and ramping up production for significant domestic rail contracts, highlighted by a $4.7-billion deal with VIA Rail. This expansion not only revives local jobs but also underscores the government's commitment to "Build Canadian," signaling a broader trend towards domestic procurement in infrastructure projects.

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