Stellantis signs deal with Roshel to sell Brampton assembly plant
Stellantis has sold its idled Brampton assembly plant to the defense contractor Roshel, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the Unifor union. The sale occurs amidst ongoing labor disputes and concerns regarding the future of Canadian automotive manufacturing capacity.
Why it matters
The closure and sale of major manufacturing facilities impact regional employment and the broader stability of the North American automotive supply chain.
Stellantis says it has signed an agreement to sell its idled Brampton, Ont., assembly plant to defence contractor Roshel.
Under the asset purchase agreement, Roshel will acquire the facility and its associated equipment for an undisclosed amount.
In a joint release, the companies said they are also exploring opportunities to work together on vehicle technologies and related services for the defence industry.
The move comes as contract talks between Stellantis and the union representing more than 9,000 of its workers in Canada remain at an impasse.
Stellantis has official sold their Brampton plant to military company Roshel, as per a Stellantis press release #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/KH3fv276J0
- Mackenzie Gray (@Gray_Mackenzie) November 9, 2026
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