Bombardier Contributed $7.4 Billion to Canadian GDP in 2024, PwC Study Shows

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Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) made significant contributions to the Canadian economy in 2024, according to a new PwC study. The company contributed $7.4 billion to Canada's GDP and supported nearly 50,000 jobs nationwide. The aerospace manufacturer generated $11.5 billion in revenue and delivered 146 business aircraft in 2024.

The company contributed over $1.2 billion in tax revenues to provincial and federal governments and maintained a network of over 1,550 Canadian suppliers. In Quebec, Bombardier directly supported more than 31% of aerospace sector employment. Looking ahead, the company projects 2025 revenues exceeding $12.2 billion and expects to contribute $39.6 billion to Canada's GDP between 2025-2029.

• Bombardier had a total contribution (direct, indirect and induced) of $7.4 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2024 and supported close to 50,000 jobs across the country 
• In 2024, the company contributed over $1.2 billion in revenues to provincial and federal governments, including taxes on income, products and production 
• In Quebec, Bombardier directly supported more than 31% of the aerospace sector’s employment, making it one of the largest employers in the province's manufacturing industry

^{All amounts in this press release are in Canadian dollars, unless otherwise indicated.}

TORONTO, Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A study by PwC Canada provides an update on the substantial economic and social contributions of Bombardier’s manufacturing operations in Canada. Indicators such as the GDP, exports and supported jobs presented Bombardier’s significant role in the Canadian economy.  

The report positions Bombardier as a key driver of Canada’s aerospace industry with $7.4 billion in contribution to the country’s GDP in 2024, and output value representing approximately 1% of total Canadian exports. In that same year, Bombardier’s aircraft exports made up 5% of Quebec’s total export value. Bombardier’s activities also contributed considerably to the provincial and federal economies in 2024, bringing over $1.2 billion in taxes on income, products and production.  

“Bombardier continues to be a key driver of the Canadian economy through its nearly 12,200 employees and over 1,550 suppliers across the country,” said Éric Martel, President and CEO, Bombardier. “Our work not only fuels economic growth — it also plays a vital role in reinforcing Canada’s sovereignty through innovation, homegrown expertise in aircraft production and maintenance, and critical contributions to the nation’s defence industrial strategy.’’

Figures also show that Bombardier plays an important role in Canada's economic development, supporting nearly 50,000 jobs across the country — including direct, indirect, and induced employment — that depend on its activities. In Quebec alone, Bombardier supported nearly 10,000 direct jobs, which represent more than 31% of all the jobs in the aerospace sector, making it one of the largest employers in the province’s manufacturing industry. In addition, Bombardier’s active presence in Ontario is highlighted with its state-of-the-art manufacturing centre at Pearson airport, inaugurated in 2024, where close to 2,200 team members complete high-precision assembly work for the class-leading Bombardier Global family of aircraft.

Bombardier’s performance in 2024 reflects the strength of the company, with 146 business aircraft delivered and $11.5 billion in revenue. This success was made possible by a robust network of more than 1,550 Canadian suppliers from coast to coast, demonstrating that the company is at the heart of a thriving national ecosystem. 

Driven by a favourable market environment and sustained demand from clients, including governments and militaries, Bombardier is projecting revenues greater than $12.2 billion¹ in 2025, in line with its guidance published earlier this year. According to the PwC report, Bombardier’s projections suggest that it is expected to contribute $39.6 billion¹ to Canada’s GDP between 2025 and 2029, and to provide an annual average of over 51,500 direct, indirect and induced¹ full-time jobs across the country. On the research & development side, Bombardier's planned investments, including capital investments and the development and testing of new prototypes, are projected to support $3.2 billion¹ in GDP contributions between 2024 and 2029.  

The PwC Canada report was commissioned by Bombardier and is available on the company's website. The last report conducted by PwC Canada on Bombardier’s Canadian contributions was in 2022. 

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About Bombardier

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design.

For Information

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Sustainability report, as well as the company’s initiative to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book-and-Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

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⁽¹⁾Forward-looking statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including references to forward-looking information contained in the PwC report but which was developed by Bombardier. By their nature, forward-looking statements require Bombardier to make assumptions and are subject to important known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results in future periods to differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Please refer to the “Forward-Looking Statements” disclaimer contained in the management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A) of Bombardier Inc.’s Financial Report for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, and to the “Forward-looking statements – Assumptions” section in the MD&A of Bombardier Inc.’s Financial Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, for additional details.

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FAQ

How much did Bombardier contribute to Canada's GDP in 2024?

According to the PwC study, Bombardier contributed $7.4 billion to Canada's GDP in 2024 through direct, indirect, and induced economic activity.

What is Bombardier's projected revenue for 2025?

Bombardier projects revenues to exceed $12.2 billion in 2025, aligned with their previously published guidance.

How many jobs does Bombardier support in Canada?

Bombardier supports nearly 50,000 jobs across Canada, including direct, indirect, and induced employment. In Quebec alone, it directly supports over 31% of aerospace sector jobs.

What was Bombardier's tax contribution to Canadian governments in 2024?

Bombardier contributed over $1.2 billion in tax revenues to provincial and federal governments in 2024, including taxes on income, products, and production.

How many aircraft did Bombardier deliver in 2024?

Bombardier delivered 146 business aircraft in 2024, contributing to their total revenue of $11.5 billion.