"So we've already seen an uptick in inquiries about how quickly Canada can expand its clean and conventional energy exports." In a keynote speech primarily focused on critical minerals, Hodgson said Ottawa believes these valuable rocks and metals are not only critical to Canada's sovereignty but also to the security of our allies. The minister also highlighted the upcoming $2-billion Critical Minerals Sovereign Fund. It's the second round of investment under the Carney government's critical minerals production alliance, launched during Canada's G7 presidency in the fall. He added that critical minerals "underpin defence systems and technologies, advanced computing, telecommunications and clean technologies."

Source: CBC News March 03, 2026 15:02 UTC