News ReleaseMinistry of Economic Development, Job Creation and TradeAugust 4, 2026
Tempel Canada to build 250,000 sq ft transformer plant in Burlington
A $132 million investment will expand Tempel Canada's Canadian operations, sustain 200+ jobs, add about 100 new positions, and include $5M in provincial support.
Summary
What happened
- Tempel Canada will build a new 250,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Burlington to produce transformer core products and precision electrical steel laminations.
Who it affects and where
- The plant is in Burlington and impacts Tempel Canada/Worthington Steel operations and local workers.
By the numbers
- Investment: $132 million
- Facility size: 250,000 sq ft
- Jobs: sustains over 200 existing positions and creates nearly 100 new jobs
- Provincial support: $5 million through the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) stream of the Regional Development Program (RDP)
Why it matters
- The expansion more than doubles Tempel’s footprint in Canada and aims to strengthen North American electrical infrastructure supply chains.
- The facility supports demand for equipment used in data, AI, and energy sectors and aligns with provincial efforts to secure reliable electricity capacity.
Other program details from the release
- The RDP/AMIC program has supported multiple investments across Ontario; AMIC application intake is open until November 5, 2026 (per the release).
Related links
Source: Ontario Newsroom