Not made. A BlackRock reporter citing records said:
Of his 29 chauffeured vehicles allocated for ministerial use, he was only seven Canadian-made, according to reports. Chrysler 300 sedan manufactured in Brampton, Ontario. Toyota RAV4 SUV manufactured in Woodstock, Ontario.
Records were obtained through Departmental inquiries filed with Commons.
Other vehicles were built in many different states, some in Japan.
Blackrock said another 46 of his chauffeured, government-issued vehicles were assigned to deputy ministers, presidents of federal agencies, and senior management. "The total cost to procure the fleet was $2,926,952," wrote the staff.
The record was requested by Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli (Niagara Falls). Asked to explain why it did not acquire Canadian, the investigative team said, "Vehicle procurement is subject to international trade agreements aimed at ensuring compliance with the general principles of non-discrimination and national treatment. ' said.
Prime Minister Trudeau frequently promises federal support for Canadian-made cars.
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