SUDBURY — Ontario’s advanced manufacturing and critical minerals sectors received a major boost this week as global engineering firm Sandvik confirmed plans to invest more than $85 million in a new maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in Greater Sudbury. The project, announced Friday, is expected to sustain 400 existing jobs and create more than 60 new positions, reinforcing Northern Ontario’s growing role in supplying next-generation technology for mining and other strategic industries.
The announcement caps a week in which the province reported more than $1 billion in new investments across multiple sectors, totaling over 770 new jobs. For the government, Sandvik’s move is a significant signal of confidence in Ontario’s industrial capabilities at a time when global demand for critical minerals continues to accelerate.
“As one of the most diversified manufacturing sectors in North America, Ontario continues to drive advancements that strengthen productivity and competitiveness across our critical industries,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Sandvik’s investment is not only a testament to the reliability and resilience of Ontario’s world-class workforce, but a great example of how investments in critical infrastructure will strengthen domestic supply chains and position the province at the forefront of industry transformation.”
The new Sudbury facility will function as a regional hub for equipment rebuilds, component repairs, field operations and servicing for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), an increasingly important part of the mining sector as companies transition to lower-emission technologies. The site will include expanded workshop space, warehousing and administrative capacity, allowing Sandvik to increase both its service offerings and its North American footprint.
In support of the project, the province is providing up to $4 million through the Invest Ontario Fund, a financial tool used to attract large-scale, strategically aligned investments. Officials say the combination of private capital and public support will help strengthen domestic processing, improve supply chain reliability and ensure Ontario remains competitive as global electrification accelerates.
“This new facility marks an important step forward in how we support our people and customers across Canada,” said Peter Corcoran, Vice President of Sales Area Canada for Sandvik Mining. “We are building a modern, collaborative and future-ready work environment that reflects the rapid changes taking place in today’s mining industry. With expanded capabilities, enhanced infrastructure, and a strong focus on our core products, which align with Canada’s priorities around electrification and sustainability, this investment strengthens our ability to remain a trusted partner for our customers for many years to come.”
The investment also arrives amid heightened concerns about U.S. tariffs and their impact on key Canadian sectors. Ontario maintains that its efforts to lower taxes, reduce regulatory burdens and drive strategic industrial investment are aimed at improving competitiveness and protecting workers. Since 2018, the province says it has attracted a record $113 billion in foreign direct investment while adding one million new jobs.
Provincial leaders framed the Sudbury investment as central to Ontario’s ambitions to lead in clean technology, electrification and the global energy transition. “Ontario is powering the future of clean industry with the minerals, technology, and talent the world is counting on,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Mines. “Sandvik’s investment strengthens our province’s leadership in battery-electric vehicle innovation and the critical minerals supply chain that supports it. By building out next-generation maintenance and manufacturing capacity right here in Sudbury, we’re creating good jobs, supporting our mining communities, and securing a home-grown, made-in-Ontario advantage in the global shift to electrification.”
Local officials echoed the province’s optimism. “Ontario’s strengths in mining and manufacturing make us a natural home for global investment. Sandvik’s $85 million investment in Greater Sudbury establishes a new regional hub, backed by a $14.4 billion annual GDP contribution,” said Bill Rosenberg, MPP for Algoma–Manitoulin. “Under the leadership of Premier Doug Ford, we continue to invest in Ontario.”
Greater Sudbury leaders emphasized the region’s established mining ecosystem and deep technical expertise. “Greater Sudbury is at the forefront of mining innovation and advanced manufacturing,” said Mayor Paul Lefebvre. “With our expertise in critical minerals extraction, our world-class mining ecosystem, and a talent pipeline that is second to none, global companies recognize that this is the place to innovate and grow. Sandvik’s investment reinforces what we know to be true: Greater Sudbury is a powerhouse for clean technology, battery-electric innovation, advanced manufacturing, and the next generation of sustainable mining.”
Khawar Nasim, CEO of Invest Ontario, said the province’s focus on building robust industrial capacity aligns with the needs of companies modernizing their operations. “MRO facilities like Sandvik’s are an indispensable part of a resilient and sustainable supply chain,” he said. “As companies increasingly turn to Ontario for mining and critical minerals, we are working to ensure the ecosystem is safe, performant and future-ready. We’re proud to work with companies helping to accelerate the adoption of next-generation mining technologies in the province.”
The facility is expected to enhance Ontario’s position as a key supplier of mining equipment, services and innovation while supporting a sector that contributes more than $14 billion annually to provincial GDP.
