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Ontario Boosts Local Content in Subway Trains to 55%

1/16/2026

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  • Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria says Ontario will raise Canadian content in 55 subway trains for Toronto's Line 2 to 55% from 30%.
  • Sarkaria says the plan is backed by nearly $1 billion in investment with federal matching funds.
  • The plan will support more than 900 jobs, especially in tariff-affected sectors.
  • The trains will replace nearly 30-year-old rolling stock to improve safety and reduce maintenance costs.