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Town of New Tecumseth bolsters support for local manufacturers through advocacy efforts
November 27, 2025 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The Town of New Tecumseth is reinforcing its commitment to local manufacturers through advocacy and participation in key regional initiatives.
“Manufacturing is a cornerstone of our economy, and it is deeply impacted by the changes happening today,” said New Tecumseth Mayor Richard Norcross. “We know we have to adapt, and that means working together with industry and government to ensure our manufacturers remain strong and resilient.”
In response to the federal government’s call for consultations, the Simcoe Auto Mayors Association, chaired by Mayor Norcross, submitted its recommendations to Prime Minister Mark Canrey – reinforcing the importance of local perspectives in shaping national policy.
This letter to Prime Minister Carney included key proposals to support Canada’s automotive sector, including recognizing non-plug-in hybrids under the ZEV mandate, maintaining tariffs on Chinese EVs, and introducing a GST exemption for Canadian-made electrified vehicles.
The association says these efforts underscore its commitment to aligning federal policy with regional priorities.
Mayor Norcross participated in the Bradford West Gwillimbury Manufacturers Roundtable on Nov. 7, hosted by BWG Mayor James Leduc, which facilitated critical dialogue among local manufacturers, government officials, and industry representatives on tariff impacts and strategic responses to build local business resilience.
New Tecumseth Deputy Mayor Stephanie MacLellan attended an Ontario Auto Mayors event in Cambridge on Nov. 7, where Toyota spoke to mayors from across the province about the current state of the auto industry.
Mayor Norcross delivered opening remarks at the 2025 Manufacturers Forum hosted by Simcoe County and held in New Tecumseth on Nov. 13.
The event brought together industry leaders and municipal representatives to explore strategies for building a resilient, future-ready manufacturing economy.
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