QSA's Week in Utilities & Power (#5, 2025)
Canada invests $43.5M in Quebec minerals; $6M for Nunavut energy security; U.S.-Canada energy talks conclude in D.C.; Quebec-Canada collaboration table launched; B.C. accelerates renewable energy.
Start Date: 2025-02-01
End Date: 2025-02-07
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Canada's $43.5 Million Investment in Quebec's Critical Minerals
On February 6, 2025, Canada announced a $43.5 million investment in Quebec's critical minerals sector. This funding, spearheaded by Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, is allocated under two programs to advance infrastructure and research for critical minerals. Projects include the construction of electrical stations and transmission lines for lithium and nickel projects, and studies for developing roads and power lines. The initiative aims to enhance Canada's supply of critical minerals, essential for electric vehicle production and reducing reliance on foreign sources.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
Canada and Quebec Establish Energy and Resources Collaboration Table
The Governments of Canada and Quebec have launched a collaboration table focused on energy and resources. Announced by Minister Jonathan Wilkinson and Quebec's Ministers Christine Fréchette and Maïté Blanchette Vézina, this initiative aims to advance Quebec's economic priorities in critical minerals, the circular economy, and electrification. The collaboration seeks to boost job creation, investment, and economic diversification while promoting decarbonization.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
