Firestone Canada was first incorporated in 1919, with their Hamilton factory built in 1921, the first tire rolled off the lines in 1922. At the time it was the most modern production plant in the company. However by 1987 financial troubles continued to plauge Firestone and forced the colosure of of the Hamilton plant. A few short months short of possibly being saved by the purchase of Firestone by Bridgestone. Hamilton operations continued but in a warehouse only. By the mid 1990's all ties with Hamilton was cut when Bridgestone ceased all operations and moved to Mississauga.
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