does canada make cars

[VonJayla]

Yes, Canada has a significant and longstanding automotive manufacturing industry. While it doesn't have its own major domestic car brands like the United States' Ford or General Motors, it is a pivotal production hub for global giants. The industry is concentrated in Ontario and is a cornerstone of the Canadian economy, producing millions of vehicles annually, primarily for export to the United States.

The backbone of Canadian auto manufacturing is the "Detroit Three": Stellantis (formerly Chrysler), Ford, and General Motors. These companies have operated major assembly plants in Canada for decades. In recent years, Asian automakers like Toyota, Honda, and Subaru have also established substantial manufacturing presence, with Toyota's Cambridge and Woodstock plants in Ontario being among the most advanced in North America.

These facilities produce some of the most popular models on the road today. For instance, the Honda Civic, a perennial best-seller, has been manufactured in Alliston, Ontario, for over 30 years. The following table highlights some key models and their Canadian production homes, demonstrating the industry's diversity and scale.

Automaker	Manufacturing Plant Location (Province)	Example Models Produced	Annual Production Capacity (Est.)
Toyota	Cambridge, Woodstock (ON)	Toyota RAV4, Lexus RX 350	500,000+
Honda	Alliston (ON)	Honda Civic, CR-V	400,000
Stellantis	Windsor, Brampton (ON)	Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Charger	400,000+
Ford	Oakville (ON)	Ford Edge, Lincoln Nautilus	200,000+
General Motors	Ingersoll (CAMI), Oshawa (ON)	Chevrolet Equinox	200,000+
Subaru	Lafayette, Indiana (Joint w/ ON)*	Subaru Ascent, Crosstrek (components)	N/A

*Note: Subaru's Indiana plant is a joint venture with its Canadian facility.

The industry directly employs hundreds of thousands of Canadians and supports a vast network of parts suppliers. However, it faces challenges, including competition from lower-cost labor markets and the costly transition to Electric Vehicle (EV) production. Significant investments are being made to retool plants for this future, ensuring Canada remains a key player in the North American automotive landscape.

[AlexaMarie]

You see them every day. The Honda Civic your neighbor drives? Could be from Alliston, Ontario. That new Toyota RAV4? Very likely built in Cambridge. Canada doesn't have a "Canadian Car Company," but we build some of the most reliable and popular cars for the big global brands right here. Our factories are among the most efficient in the world, supplying cars all across North America.

[DelGraham]

From an economic standpoint, Canada's auto sector is a manufacturing powerhouse, concentrated in Southern Ontario. It's a critical part of the North American supply chain. The industry's health is a major indicator for the national economy, contributing significantly to GDP. Its future is now tied to massive government and corporate investments aimed at securing electric vehicle and battery production, competing directly with the U.S. for these future-proof jobs.

[Madeleine]

It's a common question. We built the Ford Model T here over a century ago. While brands like Chrysler and GM are American, their minivans and sedans have been rolling off lines in Windsor and Oshawa for generations. It’s a point of pride. We may not have invented the car, but we've perfected building them. The skill of the workforce here is recognized worldwide by companies like Toyota.