Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to inform the House that the Minister of Industry is in St. Catharines, Ontario today to join GM in announcing a new $245 million investment in its St. Catharines powertrain facility. This builds upon another recent announcement of $235 million to support next generation engine production.
This new investment will secure 400 jobs. That is 100 more jobs than outlined in GM's restructuring commitment.
This is yet another sign that the government's support for the auto sector has helped it emerge from this economic downturn stronger and more competitive than ever.