Kansas & Canada: An integrated economy
- 191 Canadian-owned businesses employ 9,700 workers in Kansas
- $2.6 billion in annual exports of goods to Canada
- $2.1 billion in annual imports of goods from Canada
Did you know? Bombardier, an aerospace company based in Montreal, Quebec, has more than 18,800 employees worldwide, including 3,100 U.S.-based employees. Bombardier has maintained a strong presence in Wichita, Kansas, reinforcing its commitment to the region’s rich aviation heritage. In April 2022, Bombardier designated its Wichita facility as its new Bombardier Group U.S. Headquarters, highlighting the site’s growth and multi-disciplinary expertise. Over the past five years, the Wichita service center has experienced a significant transformation. By reorganizing existing hangar space, the site expanded its customer services and support capabilities, increasing the total number of hangars from three to seven. This expansion has enabled teams to service more aircraft, with approximately 1,200 aircraft serviced in 2024 alone. These changes reflect Bombardier’s commitment to supporting its global fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft – including 2,000 Learjet business jets – and securing its position as a major contributor to the Wichita workforce.
