Start Date: 2025-01-25
End Date: 2025-01-31

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Federal Investment in Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

On January 28, 2025, the Government of Canada announced a significant investment of up to $169.4 million in Linamar Corporation through the Strategic Innovation Fund. The funding supports the Innovation Driving Green Technology Project, which aims to accelerate the development of green technologies in the automotive sector, including EV parts manufacturing. This initiative is expected to create approximately 2,000 full-time jobs across Ontario and attract over $800 million in private investments, positioning Canada as a leader in the global battery manufacturing ecosystem.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Indigenous-Led Energy Project Connects First Nation to Grid

On January 29, 2025, the Poplar Hill First Nation celebrated its connection to the Ontario power grid, facilitated by the Indigenous-led Wataynikaneyap Power project. This marks a significant shift away from reliance on diesel-generated electricity. With over $1.6 billion invested by Indigenous Services Canada, the project is expected to avoid over 6.6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over 40 years, supporting community well-being and infrastructure development.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca