Wire Theft in Mexico Triggers at Least 70 Layoffs at Quebec Factory, More Possible

Montreal Metro cars are shown at a maintenance garage. Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press

MONTREAL—Dozens of workers at a factory in La Pocatiere, Que. have lost their jobs after a theft at a plant in Mexico.

French rail manufacturer Alstom says at least 70 of its employees will be laid off for at least six months and at least 50 more workers could lose their jobs in the months ahead.