New Flyer opens Winnipeg plant to build all-Canadian electric transit buses
2026
What Happened
New Flyer has unveiled a new manufacturing facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba, dedicated to building all-Canadian electric transit buses. The plant will produce zero-emission buses for transit agencies across Canada, reducing reliance on imported vehicles. This initiative aligns with growing demand for sustainable public transportation and supports Canadian manufacturing.
Why this matters
This move supports Canada's push for cleaner public transportation and creates local jobs in the electric vehicle industry.
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