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Stellantis May Abandon Brampton for Good: What It Means for Ontario Jobs

  Published August 18, 2026 With less than 24 hours left before Washington's 50% tariff deadline hits at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, the headlines are all about cement, wine, and dairy. But the real fight holding up a deal is happening in the auto sector — and this week it collided with a story much closer to home: Stellantis is weighing whether to walk away from its Brampton, Ont. assembly plant for good. Put those two stories together and you get a clearer picture of what's actually at stake for Ontario workers, renters, and taxpayers than any tariff-deadline countdown can show on its own. The Trade Deal Is Stuck on Auto Rules, Not Wine or Cement Canadian and U.S. negotiators have been in Washington for a week trying to head off Trump's Section 338 tariffs — a rarely used trade law that, unlike earlier rounds, doesn't recognize USMCA certificates of origin for the goods it covers. Autos, alcohol, and dairy are all on the list, but autos are the sticking point. Canada is pu...
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Ontario Liberals and Labour Groups Slam Ford Over Snap Election Call and Alleged Misuse of Public Funds

 

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's recent announcement of a snap election has sparked a wave of criticism from the Ontario Liberal Party and various labour groups. The election, set to take place on February 27, has been labeled as opportunistic and a misuse of public funds by Ford's opponents.

Ford's justification for the early election is the need for a strong mandate to combat potential tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump. However, opposition parties argue that this is merely a pretext to capitalize on favorable polling and secure an even larger majority.

The Ontario Liberal Party has raised concerns about Ford's use of taxpayer money for activities that could be seen as politically motivated. They argue that Ford's travel to the U.S. and his role as Chair of the Council of the Federation could be construed as partisan actions, especially given the timing of the election.

Labour groups have also voiced their discontent, accusing Ford of prioritizing political gain over the needs of Ontarians. They argue that the snap election will disrupt ongoing projects and initiatives, causing unnecessary chaos and expense.

As the election date approaches, all political parties are scrambling to finalize their candidates and platforms. The Ontario Liberals, NDP, and Progressive Conservatives are all in a race against time to prepare for the unexpected election.

The coming weeks will undoubtedly be a whirlwind of political activity, with each party vying for the support of Ontario's voters. Whether Ford's gamble will pay off remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the snap election has already stirred up significant controversy and debate.

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