The Ontario government is celebrating a $141 million investment from Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Ltd. to renovate and expand its flagship manufacturing, distribution, and sales facility in Brampton. The expansion will introduce a cutting-edge production line capable of producing at least 20 million additional cases annually, creating up to 500 well-paying construction jobs and reinforcing Ontario’s leadership in beverage manufacturing and agri-food production.
Premier Doug Ford highlighted that the investment reflects confidence in Ontario’s workforce and emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting new business investments by cutting taxes and reducing red tape to foster a competitive and resilient economy.
The Brampton facility expansion will be built exclusively by Canadian tradespeople, with at least 75% of materials sourced domestically. It is set to become one of the most technologically advanced production lines in Canada, enhancing production capacity, packaging capabilities, and enabling faster market innovations. This project follows Coke Canada Bottling’s $8 million investment in its Hamilton distribution centre last year.
Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Vic Fedeli, noted that the province’s strong manufacturing sector and business-friendly environment make it an ideal location for long-term growth. Coke Canada Bottling has invested over $230 million in Brampton operations over the past seven years, supporting more than 1,300 employees and serving over 7,000 local customers. Beverages produced in Brampton are distributed throughout Ontario and eastern Canada.
CEO Todd Parsons emphasized that the expansion will incorporate advanced technology and digital enhancements to increase manufacturing flexibility, allowing the company to grow, serve customers more efficiently, and continue providing popular beverages to Canadians.
This investment aligns with Ontario’s broader economic strategy, which includes cutting taxes and red tape to save businesses $12 billion annually. Since 2018, the province has attracted over $213 billion in investment and created one million new jobs. Ontario’s manufacturing and agri-food sectors employ over 1.6 million workers and contribute more than $145 billion annually to the province’s GDP.
Local leaders expressed strong support for the project. Charmaine Williams, MPP for Brampton Centre, emphasized that the expansion reinforces the strength of the local workforce and creates meaningful opportunities for families. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown highlighted that the investment underscores Brampton’s status as a hub for advanced manufacturing and innovation, strengthening the local economy and supply chains while generating hundreds of well-paying jobs.
