Pleasant Valley Remanufacturing has reduced its workforce to a single employee due to the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States. The company owner cited increasing American tariffs and a shortage of raw materials as major challenges. This has led to significant operational slowdowns at other company facilities. The remaining employee is responsible for the plant's upkeep and security. The company had previously planned to employ up to 150 people.
Houston, British Columbia
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