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The Gritted Reality Behind Crown Royal’s Departure: A Reflection of Canada’s Economic Decline

A Legacy Shattered: The Closure of Amherstburg’s Crown Royal Bottling Plant

In a devastating blow to the community of Amherstburg, Ontario, the iconic Crown Royal whiskey bottling plant announced its imminent closure. Once a pillar of Canadian craftsmanship and economic stability for nearly a century, this plant was more than just an industrial facility— it was the heartbeat of the town. Employing around 160 workers, the plant represented generations of family livelihoods, community pride, and national heritage. Its shutdown signals not only the loss of jobs but also the erosion of a collective identity intimately tied to Canada’s cultural fabric.