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City of Brampton seeks Intervenor Status in support of Stellantis workers and Brampton’s auto sector

On October 29, 2025, Brampton City Council reinforced its long-standing support for the local automotive industry, including the workers at Stellantis’ Brampton Assembly Plant represented by Unifor Local 1285, by approving a motion for the City to seek intervenor status in response to Stellantis’ decision to shift vehicle production from its Brampton plant to Illinois.  

The motion, brought forward by City Councillor Rod Power (Wards 7 and 8), and supported unanimously by Council, ensures the City has a voice in decisions that could significantly affect the local economy and workforce. This motion, which follows a recent delegation to Council by Unifor Local 1285 representatives, would allow the City of Brampton to join in any legal or regulatory hearings related to the Stellantis decision, ensuring local concerns are reflected. 

Brampton’s partnership with the automotive sector spans four decades — from securing land for American Motors Corporation to build the original plant in 1984, to launching local “Buy Chrysler” campaigns. As the plant transitioned from Chrysler to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and eventually Stellantis, Brampton remained a vocal advocate for continued investment. 

Brampton is one of Ontario’s leading hubs for automotive supply chains and part of the second largest automotive supply chain in the world.  Every auto job in Brampton generates five to six spin-off jobs—supporting machinists, suppliers, logistics professionals, local small businesses, and countless others. This multiplier effect makes the sector a cornerstone of local prosperity and community stability. Today’s decision builds on that commitment to safeguard jobs, economic growth and stability for thousands of families and hold Stellantis accountable for prior commitments and to protect local jobs. 

The City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office (Invest Brampton) is proactively assessing the impacts of this decision. We’re seeking input from businesses that may be directly or indirectly affected to help shape targeted supports, advocacy efforts, and resources.

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