Canada is signaling a stronger push to accelerate critical mineral development as global supply chains tighten and geopolitical tensions reshape demand for resources.
Speaking from the podium at the PDAC convention in Toronto, federal Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson announced a C$1.5 billion First and Last Mile infrastructure fund aimed at connecting mines to roads, power and transport networks.
Ontario’s Energy and Mines Minister Stephen Lecce also confirmed the province will begin consultations on an updated critical minerals strategy.
MINING.COM’s Devan Murugan reports from PDAC.
