Ottawa Begins Dispute Settlement Proceedings Against Stellantis for Moving Production to US

Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada, Melanie Joly gives remarks during an announcement at the Maison Alcan, in Montreal, Sept. 8, 2025. The Canadian Press/Christopher KatsarovIndustry Minister Mélanie Joly says Canada is launching dispute settlement proceedings against Stellantis due to the automobile manufacturer’s decision to transfer production from an Ontario plant to a facility in the United States.“These actions are not symbolic,” Joly told the industry and technology committee on Nov. 3. “They’re the direct consequence of the violation of clear commitments … when a commitment toward the Canadian government is not respected on behalf of Canadian workers, there are consequences.”