The Globe and Mail
🏢 Globe and Mail Inc. (Woodbridge)
May 18, 2026
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Globalization gutted Canada’s manufacturing. Here’s how we make things ourselves again
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Globalization has had a profound impact on Canadian manufacturing, leading to significant job losses and a shift in production strategies. However, there are signs that the country is beginning to focus on reclaiming its manufacturing capabilities through innovation, automation, and strategic partnerships.
The decline of traditional manufacturing jobs can be traced back to the 1980s when globalization began to transform the global economy. Canadian companies faced intense competition from lower-cost producers in other countries, leading many firms to outsource their production processes. This…
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