QSA's Week in Mining (#1, 2024)
Canada invests in critical minerals; Indigenous partnerships in mining; Infrastructure funding for Northern Ontario; Joint Canada-Italy minerals cooperation; Mining tech advancements in B.C.
Start Date: 2024-10-05
End Date: 2024-10-11
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Canada Invests Over $5.1 Million in Critical Minerals Sector
The Canadian government announced over $5.1 million in funding for 16 projects aimed at enhancing the critical minerals sector, as part of its Critical Minerals Strategy. This funding is allocated to initiatives such as the Critical Minerals Geoscience Data Initiative, which supports data availability on critical minerals' feasibility and location. The investment is designed to strengthen supply chains and bolster Canada's position as a reliable supplier of critical minerals, crucial for industries like energy, technology, and defense.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca', 'Announcements: www.canada.ca']
