Canada supports industries across Arizona

Canadian companies are invested across all industries in Arizona. Magellan Aerospace, with operations in Glendale, provides complex assemblies and systems solutions for aircraft and engine manufacturers, as well as defense and space agencies worldwide. CAE is a worldwide partner of choice in civil and defense aviation and chose Phoenix for one of its flight schools to train pilots from U.S. airlines including American, JetBlue, and Southwest. Infrastructure companies like EPCOR USA provide clean water and safe, reliable energy to communities across the state. Some of the top financial service providers used by Arizonans are BMO, City National Bank, and Sun Life U.S. Similarly, Canadian consumer goods companies have set up shop in Arizona due to its business-friendly climate, including Aldo, Circle K, Popeyes, Cold Stone Creamery and Lululemon Athletica. Moreover, Brookfield Infrastructure invested up to $15 billion for a 49% stake in Intel’s manufacturing expansion at its Ocotillo campus in Chandler. Each of these Canadian companies demonstrate how a strong U.S.–Canada economic partnership helps drive Arizona’s growth and local jobs.

Magna’s manufacturing in Arizona builds local jobs

Magna International Inc. is a Canadian parts manufacturer for automakers. It is one of the largest companies in Canada and was recognized on the 2020 Forbes Global 2000 list. Magna chose Arizona to establish a new autonomous vehicle (AV) manufacturing facility in Mesa, in partnership with Waymo. The multi-million-dollar facility will create hundreds of jobs, supporting Waymo’s efforts to scale its autonomous ride-hailing service. The plant will be capable of manufacturing tens of thousands of robotaxis annually once fully operational. It’s an example of how Canadian business partnerships create jobs in Arizona and keep North America globally competitive.

Canadian travel to Arizona supports jobs and local industries

Canadians and Arizonans share a deep and long-standing relationship, one built not just on geography, but on people. More than 800,000 Canadians travel to Arizona annually, drawn by the state’s warm climate, outdoor lifestyle, and welcoming communities. Their presence fuels hotels, restaurants, golf courses, retail, and countless small businesses, injecting billions of dollars into the Arizona economy each year.

But the connection goes far beyond tourist visits. Every year, more than 100,000 Canadian Snowbirds choose Arizona as their seasonal or long term home, forming one of the most vibrant cross border communities in the United States. Canadians who visit have made Arizona their second home. They are the largest group of foreign homeowners in the state, a testament to how deeply they are woven into the fabric of local neighborhoods. This steady flow of people, investment, and economic activity has helped create a uniquely strong partnership between Arizona and Canada. It’s a relationship that supports jobs, strengthens local industries, and reinforces the deep ties that make our two countries not just neighbors, but close and enduring partners.

Arizona exports $1.3 billion in goods to Canada annually
Arizona exports to Canada by industry

• Agriculture: 22%
• Chemicals: 10%
• Equipment & machinery: 25%
• Forest products: 7%
• Minerals & metals: 14%
• Plastics & rubbers: 9%
• Transportation: 10%
• Other: 3%

Top Arizona goods exports to Canada

• Vegetables: $337 million
• Trucks: $273 million
• Aircraft & parts: $252 million
• Fruits & nuts: $157 million
• Engines & turbines: $137 million
• Optical, medical & precision instruments: $131 million
• Beverages & alcohol: $107 million
• Telephones & AV recording equipment: $84 million
• Hoists, derricks & lifting equipment: $51 million
• Computers: $48 million

Arizona exports $1.5 billion in services to Canada annually
Top Arizona services exports to Canada

• Travel (including for education): $501 million
• Business services: $347 million
• Financial services: $228 million
• Charges for the use of intellectual property: $183 million
• Telecommunications, computer & IT services: $108 million

Arizona imports $2.8 billion in goods from Canada annually
Arizona imports from Canada by industry

• Agriculture: 16%
• Chemicals: 4%
• Equipment & machinery: 30%
• Forest products: 8%
• Minerals & metals: 5%
• Plastics & rubbers: 5%
• Transportation: 15%
• Other: 17%

Top Arizona goods imports from Canada

• Aircraft & parts: $275 million
• Pasta, breads & cereal preparations: $186 million
• Optical, medical & precision instruments: $141 million
• Softwood lumber: $126 million
• Plastics & plastic articles: $119 million
• Electric motors & generators: $118 million
• Engines & turbines: $75 million
• Furniture & bedding: $73 million
• Motor vehicle parts: $57 million
• Heating, cooling & refrigeration equipment: $53 million