Oshawa aims to expand its auto industry into defence

Oshawa aims to expand its auto industry into defence

April 16, 2026 3:06 pm EST.

While Oshawa grapples with high unemployment and a shrinking auto sector, the city is partnering with post-secondary institutions and private enterprise to try to expand its footprint into defence.

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