Many consumers wonder if there are tires manufactured in Canada. While no tire brand produces exclusively in the country, three major manufacturers operate plants here: Michelin, Bridgestone, and Goodyear. Let's take a closer look at these brands and their Canadian facilities to help you identify tires labeled “Made in Canada.”
Tire Manufacturers in Canada
Michelin – Nova Scotia
Michelin operates three tire manufacturing plants in Nova Scotia, located in New Glasgow, Waterville, and Bridgewater. These facilities produce tires for passenger vehicles and light trucks, making Michelin the brand with the largest manufacturing footprint in Canada.
Michelin tires made in Canada:
- Michelin X-Ice Snow – Select SKUs of this high-performance winter tire, designed for superior grip on snow and ice, are manufactured in Canadian plants.
However, this production is partial, and not all X-Ice Snow units on the market come from Canada.
Goodyear – Ontario & Alberta
Goodyear manufactures tires in Canada at two locations: Napanee, Ontario, and Medicine Hat, Alberta. Combined, these plants produce up to 38,000 tires daily, making Goodyear one of the most significant tire manufacturers in the country.
Goodyear tires made in Canada:
- Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 – A winter-rated all-season tire designed for year-round performance.
- Goodyear WinterCommand Ultra – A dedicated winter tire offering excellent traction on snow and ice.
These models are partially manufactured in Canada, but not all available units come from Canadian plants.
Bridgestone & Firestone – Quebec
Bridgestone operates a manufacturing plant in Joliette, Quebec, which serves as its primary production facility in Canada. The company also has locations in Ancaster and Mississauga, Ontario, for distribution and retreading, but Joliette remains its only Canadian plant producing new tires.
Bridgestone tires made in Canada:
- Bridgestone Alenza (A/S Ultra, Prestige, Sport A/S)
- Bridgestone Blizzak LT
- Bridgestone Dueler (A/T Revo, A/T RH-S, H/T, L/X, H/P Sport, LTH)
- Bridgestone Duravis M705
- Bridgestone WeatherPeak
Firestone tires made in Canada:
- Firestone Firehawk AS V2
- Firestone Transforce (A/T, H/T)
- Firestone WeatherGrip
- Firestone Winterforce and Winterforce LT
While some Firestone models are made in Canada, this production is limited and does not apply to the entire Firestone lineup.
How to Check if Your Tires Are Made in Canada
To determine if a tire was manufactured in Canada, start by inspecting the sidewall. Some models clearly indicate the country of origin with “Made in Canada” branding. If this label is missing, check the DOT number printed on the sidewall. The first two or three characters after DOT represent the plant code where the tire was produced.
Here are the Canadian factory codes:
Michelin
- B3 / 1B3 – Bridgewater, NS
- HN / 1HN – New Glasgow, NS
- M5 / 1M5 – Waterville, NS
Bridgestone
- 9B / 19B – Joliette, QC
- VN / 1VN – Joliette, QC
- XY / 1XY – Joliette, QC
Goodyear
- 4B / 14B – Napanee, ON
- PC / 1PC – Medicine Hat, AB
Why Choose Canadian-Made Tires?
Opting for tires produced in Canada offers several advantages:
- Avoid price hikes due to U.S. import tariffs.
- Support the local economy and protect Canadian jobs.
- Get tires designed for Canada’s unique climate conditions.
- Reduce your carbon footprint by prioritizing local production.
At Blackcircles.ca, we offer a wide selection of Canadian-made tires at the best prices, including models from Michelin, Bridgestone, and Goodyear.
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