YELLOWKNIFE, NT, Jun 26, 2026 (CNW Group via COMTEX) --
Canada has what the world wants and is acting with urgency to unlock the full potential of its critical minerals by building major projects quickly and responsibly in order to create a prosperous, secure future. In a more competitive and uncertain world, Canada is ready to lead as a stable and reliable supplier of the mineral resources that power clean energy, advanced manufacturing and defence.
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced investments of up to $73 million for 12 projects across Canada that will advance Canadian mining and build the infrastructure needed to connect Canadian critical minerals to global markets. These investments include:
Together, these projects demonstrate how Canada is unlocking its full potential through clean innovation, Indigenous partnership and strategic infrastructure that connects resources to global markets and supports trade diversification. In the North, these investments are helping to strengthen economic opportunity, security and long-term prosperity while advancing Canadian sovereignty in a region of growing strategic importance. By acting now, Canada is building the strongest, most sustainable mining sector in the world.
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"Canada is ready to build. By investing in clean innovation, critical infrastructure and strong Indigenous partnerships, we are unlocking our full potential and moving major projects forward with greater speed and certainty. These investments will create good jobs, deliver lasting prosperity for Canadians and position Canada as a supplier of choice in the critical minerals the world is counting on."
The Honourable Tim HodgsonMinister of Energy and Natural Resources
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