General Motors

General Motors of Canada is that country's #1 assembler of cars, trucks, engines, and components. However, the company exports the bulk of its vehicles to the US. GM Canada produces such models as the Chevrolet Impala, Buick Allure, Pontiac Torrent, and Chevy Silverado. It also manufactures transmissions and other powertrain parts. The company has some 700 dealerships and retailers across the country. In light of the automotive industry downturn, GM Canada is drastically restructuring. It currently operates six factories in Ontario; in 2009 the company closed its truck plant in Oshawa and plans to close a transmission facility in Windsor in 2010.

Nike

Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, helped others succeed in times of war. NIKE, the world's #1 shoemaker, does more dominating than assisting, to capture a hefty share of the US athletic shoe market. It designs and sells shoes for a variety of sports, including baseball, cheerleading, golf, volleyball, hiking, tennis, and football. NIKE also sells Cole Haan dress and casual shoes, as well as athletic apparel and equipment. In addition, NIKE operates NIKETOWN shoe and sportswear stores, NIKE factory outlets, and NIKE Women shops. NIKE sells its products throughout the US and in more than 180 other countries. In 2006 NIKE veteran Mark Parker succeeded Bill Perez as president and CEO. It bought Umbro in 2008.