The Government of Ontario has ordered three Airbus H135 helicopters for the Ontario Provincial Police in Ottawa, the Greater Toronto Area and in the OPP’s North West (Thunder Bay) Region, the Airbus celebrations of 40 years in Canada

Airbus Helicopters established its Fort Erie, Ontario, facility in 1984 which has served as the foundation for Airbus’ presence in Canada. Since the construction of the first helicopter production centre in Ontario, the company has greatly expanded its presence in the country and has grown to be a key player in the Canadian aerospace industry, covering the commercial airliner, helicopter, defence and space sectors. Established in several cities in Ontario, Nova Scotia and Quebec, today Airbus boasts a robust industrial activity in the country, including its A220 commercial airline final assembly line and programme headquarters in Mirabel.

At an official celebration held at Airbus Helicopters’ Fort Erie facility in Ontario, Premier Doug Ford and Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation, and Trade, Vic Fedeli, and other dignitaries, joined in commemorating the company's 40 years of contributions to Canada's aerospace industry.

Dwayne Charette, President, Airbus Helicopters in Canada, said: “Over the past four decades, Airbus Helicopters in Canada has grown to be a key player in our aerospace industry. Our success has been driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and close collaboration with our customers. As we celebrate this major milestone, it’s especially meaningful to see our trusted partners in law enforcement continue to choose us to support their vital missions. Thank you to the Ontario Provincial Police for their trust. This order is a testament to the strength of our relationships and our ongoing commitment to delivering solutions that meet the unique needs of those who safeguard our communities in Ontario”.