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Unifor stresses the importance of genuine political resolve and the need for Canada to defend its manufacturing sector actively. They argue that without substantial intervention—such as targeted subsidies, trade protections, and strategic investments—the industry will continue to bleed jobs, eroding Canada's industrial base and cultural fabric.
The Cost of Inaction and the Path Forward
The financial investment into the auto sector—billions in subsidies, retooling funds, and policies aimed at modernization—has gone largely unreciprocated. Instead of securing jobs and fostering growth, Canadian fiscal support appears to have been insufficient to withstand the pressure from U.S. trade policies.