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- calendar_today November 7, 2026
Union Suspects Sale of Brampton Assembly Plant
Unifor, the union representing autoworkers at the Stellantis Brampton assembly plant, says it believes the facility has been sold, even though Stellantis has not officially confirmed the transaction. The plant, located in southern Ontario, has been idle since operations halted in 2023.
Plant Status Remains Unclear After Union Meeting
On Friday, Unifor met with Stellantis representatives to discuss reports circulating about a possible sale of the Brampton assembly plant. According to Unifor, Stellantis would neither confirm nor deny whether a sale had been finalized. As a result, the union stated it is “interpreting this refusal as confirmation that the Brampton assembly plant has been sold.”
Potential Buyer Linked to Memorandum of Understanding
Earlier in September, Stellantis signed a memorandum of understanding with Roshel, a Brampton-based company known for manufacturing armoured vehicles. The memorandum signaled the possibility that Roshel could acquire the plant. Despite this, spokespeople for both Stellantis and Roshel have issued statements maintaining that they have “nothing to announce” at this time regarding the plant sale.
Impact on Brampton Plant Workers
The uncertainty surrounding the plant's future follows a significant setback for employees. The Brampton assembly plant was idled in 2023, leading to layoffs for more than 2,000 workers. The lack of clarity has contributed to ongoing concerns about job security in the region’s auto industry.
Unresolved Bargaining Issues Fuel Tensions
Negotiations between Unifor and Stellantis remain at an impasse, particularly over the future of the Brampton facility. Last month, Stellantis workers voted in favor of granting a strike mandate to their union, underscoring key disputes that include job security and the fate of the plant.
No Official Sale Confirmation
As of now, both Stellantis and Roshel have refrained from confirming any sale of the Brampton assembly plant. The lack of concrete information has left workers and the community in a state of uncertainty as they await formal announcements regarding the facility's future.
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Source: toronto.citynews.ca.
