Canada Faces 30 Billion Capital Need For Critical Minerals
A new report projects Canada must mobilize at least 30 billion dollars in capital through 2040 to meet rising domestic demand for critical minerals used in batteries and EVs. It cautions that trimming environmental safeguards or Indigenous consultation could backfire, causing delays from opposition or litigation. The think tank urges government support for Indigenous participation, stronger mining rules, and risk sharing to avoid delays while advancing climate ambitions.
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Canadian Climate Institute
Ontario
British Columbia
Marisa Beck
Think Tank
B.C
Ottawa
Border security bill questioned by human rights researchers
The Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto warns the bill may expand data sharing with the United States and other nations under the Budapest Convention protocol and CLOUD Act. It urges disclosure of information-sharing implications and parliamentary treaty tabling, highlighting constitutional and human rights risks.
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United States
Citizen Lab
University of Toronto
Canada
U.S
Donald Trump
Washington
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