$30-billion in investment needed by 2040 to meet Canada’s critical mineral demand, report finds / Globe and Mail / Canada
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 11:22 am permalink
A recent report warns that Canada will need up to $30-billion by 2040 to meet its soaring demand for key minerals. The study highlights a serious funding shortfall amid global competition and stringent climate policies, urging coordinated industry and government action to secure sustainable resource development.
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