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Union Workers Protest GM's Van Production Cancellation

10/30/2025

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Hundreds of unionized workers at CAMI plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, protested on October 29, 2025, after GM canceled BrightDrop van production.
The workers, represented by Unifor Local 88, questioned GM's market-demand rationale and tied the decision to the U.S. political climate.
Federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly gave General Motors a 15-day deadline to outline next steps.
The workers hope the deadline spurs new production opportunities and their readiness to work.

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Hundreds of unionized workers at CAMI plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, protested on October 29, 2025, after GM canceled BrightDrop van production.
The workers, represented by Unifor Local 88, questioned GM's market-demand rationale and tied the decision to the U.S. political climate.
Federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly gave General Motors a 15-day deadline to outline next steps.
The workers hope the deadline spurs new production opportunities and their readiness to work.