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Ford Slams China EV Deal, Urges Protection for Ontario Workers

1/16/2026

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized a Canada–China electric vehicle deal, saying it undermines local workers.
He argued the government allows a surge of cheap Chinese vehicles without guaranteeing investments in Canada's auto sector.
Ford urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize Ontario's auto industry and scrap the EV mandate.
Union leader Jeff Gray expressed concern that the deal compromises the auto sector.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles accused Ford of inaction.

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized a Canada–China electric vehicle deal, saying it undermines local workers.
He argued the government allows a surge of cheap Chinese vehicles without guaranteeing investments in Canada's auto sector.
Ford urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize Ontario's auto industry and scrap the EV mandate.
Union leader Jeff Gray expressed concern that the deal compromises the auto sector.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles accused Ford of inaction.