Idled Stellantis plant in Ontario may be sold, Unifor says

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Or sign-in if you have an account.The Brampton plant was acquired by Chrysler, now part of Stellantis, in 1987, and was used to make the muscle cars like the Dodge Demon and Hellcat. Photo by Handout/DodgeAutomaker Stellantis NV is considering closing and selling its assembly plant in the Toronto region, according to the union that represents workers there.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThe factory in Brampton, Ont., hasn’t produced vehicles since late 2023, when it was shut down for retooling work to accommodate new Jeep models. But in February 2025, shortly after United States President Donald Trump threatened tariffs against foreign autos, Stellantis paused that work, while providing assurances that it still planned to bring the plant online.Stellantis then pulled plans to build the Jeep Compass SUV at the factory last October, announcing it would move that production to Belvidere, Illinois. The Canadian facility employed about 3,000 unionized workers when it was making vehicles.Breaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“On Wednesday of this week our union received information from Stellantis that it is now seriously considering the closure and sale of the Brampton assembly plant,” Lana Payne, national president of Unifor, told reporters Friday.Although Stellantis hasn’t provided formal notice of closing the plant, the company has indicated that it’s open to selling it, Payne said. “This is a gut punch to our union and to our members,” she said.Stellantis declined to discuss its plans for the factory as it prepares to begin collective bargaining with the union.“Our focus remains on finding a sustainable manufacturing solution for Brampton Assembly,” LouAnn Gosselin, a spokeswoman for the automaker, said in a statement.Stellantis chief executive Antonio Filosa has struggled to get the automaker back on track after steep prices and cost-cutting by the prior CEO eroded its presence in the key U.S. market. New Jeep SUV and Ram pickup models introduced this year have so far failed to meaningfully improve its fortunes. The company is also under mounting pressure from Chinese automakers that are gaining momentum in Europe and Latin America.Wall Street has dialed back its earnings expectations for the automaker, warning it could face a lengthy turnaround.A statement from Canadian Industry Minister Melanie Joly’s office said: “The government is actively engaging with the company, Unifor and the Province of Ontario with a view to secure production, protect jobs and ensure long-term investment in Canada.”The Brampton plant was acquired by Chrysler, now part of Stellantis, in 1987. It used to make the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, billed by the company as “the most powerful and fastest muscle car ever.”—With assistance from Brian Platt.We apologize, but this video has failed to load.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.