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Manufacturing in Elgin County

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Sector Profile

Manufacturing is our largest industry, accounting for 17% of all jobs in Elgin County.

Elgin County’s manufacturing sector is a cornerstone of the local economy. With a strong infrastructure, skilled workforce, and strategic location, it’s perfect for automotive parts, metal fabrication, and food processing industries.

Located in the heart of Ontario’s automotive manufacturing cluster, Elgin County offers strategic advantages for supply chain efficiency, logistics, and industry collaboration. Major EV investments in southwestern Ontario include Volkswagen PowerCo (St. Thomas), Stellantis NextStar (Windsor), Mitsui High-tec (Brantford), and GM/Cami (Ingersoll).

Ontario’s 400 highway series connects 12 original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and a cluster of Tier 1, 2, and 3 automotive parts suppliers. With three U.S. border crossings within two hours and the Volkswagen PowerCo site just 14 km away, the region is ideally situated. The GM Cami Assembly plant in Ingersoll and Toyota Manufacturing in Woodstock are also nearby, at 30 and 45 minutes away, respectively.

Featured Employers

Exterior shot of North Star Windows and Doors with transport trucks lined up at the loading bays.
North Star Windows and Doors: Leading in energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors.
Two workers operating heavy equipment in a steel manufacturing facility.
Steelway Building Systems: Expert in steel building systems and material handling equipment.
Two ETBO employees using a computer to design a process and product for their clients.
ETBO Tool & Die: Specializes in precision thin metal stamping and tooling solutions.

Contact Us

Phone: 519-631-1460 ext. 104

Email: economicdevelopment@elgin.ca

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