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Canada to give Ford $75 million to convert V8 plant

09/04/2008, 4:41 PM

By Drew Johnson

Automotive jobs have been flowing out of Canada just about as fast as the value of the Canadian dollar has been rising, but Canadian Industry Minister Jim Prentice is looking to flip the script. Canada has offered Ford $75 million to keep more than 750 jobs in Windsor, Ontario.

The incentives package is intended to help Ford retool its Essex engine plant in Windsor from making V8 engines to more fuel-efficient powerplants. The plan would also call for Ford to setup an R&D facility near the Essex plant.

“It will also become a key North American in-house center for the advanced testing and R&D in some of the most complex and value-added production added elements in the automotive industry,” Prentice told Reuters.

Although the plan will only recoup a fraction of the Canadian automotive jobs lost over the last several months due the slumping North American market, it’s an encouraging sign to see at least one plant committing to the future of its workers.

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09/04, 4:55 PM

posted by:

crackerhemi

Another hand out to the pathetic, puny three. The last thing this world needs is more 4.0L iron-core V6 engines pumping out a pathetic 200HP that get 15MPG in the city.

09/04, 4:57 PM

posted by:

johnnycanuck

Gee, there’s a shocker with a potential federal election looming as early as next month.

09/04, 8:56 PM

posted by:

Bimmer

When Ontario provincial government (Liberal) asked for federal help to auto sector a year ago, Harper and Co (Conservative, PM) had head up his ass. Tomorrow he will announce federal election (oh, surprise!) all of the sudden they have funds to help automakers.

09/04, 9:05 PM

posted by:

VWgrouP

Hmm, I didnt know we had car factories here…
I only knew of the Toyota one in Ontario..

Alberta is the best..

09/04, 11:57 PM

posted by:

NipponRules

Gain yu so smart crackerhemi. You dont need america car. japanese car so much superior to stupid yanks. Buy Japanese. japan rules.

09/05, 2:13 AM

posted by:

acura_el2000

Bimmer,

ya that is funny and sad at the same time.

F uck I hate the douche bags that we have in leadership of the parties. Harper is Bushes BFF, and Dion had no positive qualities.

09/05, 7:31 AM

posted by:

DeansterTJ

Johnnycanuck,

10 million disgruntled Ontarians looking at unemployment pay add up to a lot of votes. I’m surprised this didn’t happen sooner. Anyways, in typical Canadian style the cash injection is paltry. What’s 75 million when the auto industry lost 20 billion this year in Canada alone?

09/05, 10:41 AM

posted by:

Bimmer

acura-el2000,
more like Bushes bitch, and yes, you’re right, Dion, doesn’t strike me as a leader either. But from two evils always choose lesser. I whos bitch Harper gonna be if he gets re-elected and if US will pick Obama instead of McCain?

09/05, 10:42 AM

posted by:

Bimmer

Should read *I wonder* in previous post

09/05, 4:25 PM

posted by:

yarddog82abn

You know what I don’t care any more… TOYOTA is number one, bla,bla,bla, HONDA #2, bla,bla,bla.. NISSAN #3 bla,bla, bla, old Big 3 is now Big Last 3, I DON’T CARE…. I will be the last Jack As on my street with my lifted 4×4 Monster truck, my loud as V8 muscle car, and my wife driving her big as SUV 3 blocks just to go to starbucks for a cup of Joe, Dimmitt I’ve been to war in Iraq and I served my Country with pride, and if a old Ford, Chevy, or Dodge is still considered to represent the U.S. of A…. I’ll dive one until the day I die……
82AA

09/05, 4:27 PM

posted by:

yarddog82abn

^^bad as mofo^^

09/05, 5:50 PM

posted by:

beatusmongous

That’s what this country is all about, Yard Dog. And thanks for fighting for me. I truly appreciate it. My family thanks you, too. In what branch did you serve?

My neighbor passed away a few months ago. His name was Sergeant Major George W. Dunaway, the 2nd Sergeant Major of the Army. That man was the epitome of an American, and I aspire to be like him (without the war decorations, though.) He was always kind, friendly, protective, happy, and full of love, even though he was a well decorated soldier with some crazy experiences. I’m grateful that soldiers fight for me. That way, I can enjoy whatever it is I do, and I’m not forced to do anything.

09/06, 1:14 AM

posted by:

VWgrouP

Patriotic Americans
*shakes head*

09/06, 9:45 AM

posted by:

THawkoo

crackerhemi,

You’re an idiot. This really has nothing to do with the big 3. This is everyone. It is now cheaper to build a car in the US of A then it is in Canada. Obviously, it is even cheaper to build them in Mexico. This goes for EVERYONE . Toyota, Honda, anyone with a Canadian factory.

That’s the downside to a strong currency. Bye bye manufacturing jobs.

09/06, 4:35 PM

posted by:

yarddog82abn

“”Hay THawkoo”" I was talking $hit to “”NipponRules”" I know all the auto market is in a BIG AS slump, I’m a CAR-SALES-MAN, I sale commercial trucks, mostly new, Chevy, Dodge, Ford, Mack…. Look the Big 3 will always be around, even if all 3 go B.K. none will die out, you are looking at company’s that are international. The U.S. is not the only Market, but it is the home market, when was the last time you were glad YOUR home team lost at HOME….. Get the Point….

09/06, 4:42 PM

posted by:

yarddog82abn

My bad THawkoo I didn’t see that you had “crackerhemi” under you name… My bad….And “crackerhemi” my posted gose to you to…. Chevy is RED, Dodge is White, and Ford Is Blue, remember that 7 of my bestfriend died so you can say what the FOCK you whant…….

 
 
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