After 97 years in business, St. Catharines auto plant could survive for much longer after nearly $80M boost
A long-standing auto parts plant in St. Catharines, Ontario, is set to continue operations for the foreseeable future following an $80 million investment. The facility, which has been in business for 97 years, remains a significant part of the local industrial history.
Why it matters
This investment highlights the ongoing efforts to modernize and sustain the North American automotive manufacturing sector amidst global economic shifts.
Robin McPherson's grandfather used to tell her tales of life working as an electrician inside the gigantic Thompson Products auto parts plant in St. Catharines, Ont., after he returned from serving in the Second World War. "I have many stories," the ... [3618 chars]
The article is a standard local business news report focusing on economic development.
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