Sarnia-Lambton is destined to be a driving force in transportation innovation and production. Known for our history of excellence in producing fuels to power mobility, we are now leading the charge into the next generation of transportation manufacturing. As Canada shifts towards a green future, Sarnia-Lambton has committed to supporting the transition towards sustainable and innovative solutions and is positioned as an emerging location for automotive manufacturing and innovation in the electric vehicle and related battery sector.
Sarnia-Lambton is emerging as a strategic hub for the electric vehicle (EV) sector, attracting key players across the automotive and advanced manufacturing value chain. The region is home to a growing cluster of companies specializing in battery materials, chemical processing, clean energy, and precision manufacturing—making it an ideal location for suppliers and innovators seeking to support the EV industry.
Located in the Centre of the Great Lakes Industrial Corridor, Sarnia-Lambton provides immediate access to key North American automotive markets; with the Detroit and Windsor automotive manufacturing clusters less than an hour drive. With multiple electric vehicle assembly facilities located in proximity, key plastics and rubber inputs produced locally, and regional availability of raw materials, Sarnia-Lambton is strategically positioned to support investment in manufacturing across the electric vehicle and battery supply chain.
Sarnia-Lambton offers an unparalleled combination of infrastructure, transportation, talent, industrial services, and access to inputs, consumers and economic development incentives – putting the region at the top of the competition for meeting the strategic location needs for investment across the electric vehicle and battery supply chain.
Strategic North American Access
Located on the Canada-U.S. border, at the heart of Ontario and Michigan’s automotive hubs.
Seamless Market Connectivity
Superior road, rail, air, and port transportation networks for efficient logistics.
Innovation & R&D Excellence
Home to cutting-edge research, education, and technology development supporting EV advancements.
Highly Skilled Workforce
A talent-rich region with expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and assembly
Integrated EV Value Chain
Direct access to Ontario and Michigan’s expanding electric vehicle ecosystem.
Industrial Land Ready for Growth
Large-scale, heavy industrial-zoned properties to accommodate all investment needs.
With access to industrial land, high-capacity infrastructure, diverse logistics pathways, and the ability to source raw materials, Sarnia-Lambton can accommodate investments across the majority of the electric vehicle supply chain. The region is suitable for the production of everything from cathodes and anodes, to batteries and battery components, and finally to electric vehicle and parts manufacturing. And as Canada’s premier location for sustainable chemistry developments is a suitable location for battery recycling.
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With more than 5.8 million vehicles produced annually within four hours of Sarnia-Lambton, the region represents opportunities to supply a wide range of vehicle manufacturers.
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The Sarnia-Lambton Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Point helps companies across the entire supply chain of the electric vehicle sector access federal, provincial and regional programs and policies that support Canada’s foreign direct investment and export development efforts. The Sarnia-Lambton FTZ’s “one-window” approach assists potential investors in navigating through the diverse range of government supports that exist.
The Sarnia-Lambton FTZ Point aims to help businesses expand their reach to international markets through a combination of tax and duty relief programs and tariff exemptions. This initiative provides access to information, programs and incentives developed to help companies take advantage of Canada’s foreign trade advantages.
By working with the Sarnia-Lambton FTZ Point, companies across the electric vehicle supply chain exporting product to other countries can find and apply for tax, duty, and tariff exemptions that ca significantly improve their bottom line.
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