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Canada continues to position itself as a global supplier of semiconductors, crucial for security, economy and technological progress. Semiconductors are critical to Canadians’ daily lives and for current and future innovations in nearly every industry: automotive, telecommunications, low-carbon technology, and more.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will participate in an announcement about support for the manufacturing and commercialization of semiconductors. By focusing on support for this industry, we’re ensuring Canada benefits from the continued growth of the global semiconductor market.
Auto manufacturing directly supports over 125,000 good-paying Canadian jobs, many of which are unionized. Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) supply chain potential is ranked first in the world—and the federal government is seizing the growth opportunities of EVs to ensure Canadian auto workers can succeed well into the future.
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, along with Iliana Ivanova, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, will sign an agreement on science, research and innovation to enhance Canada’s collaboration with the European Union.
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be taking part in an armchair discussion organized by the Conseil des entreprises en technologies environnementales du Québec (CETEQ) and speaking about innovation, artificial intelligence, cleantech and other key issues.
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Decarbonizing the production of critical minerals and metals is essential to achieving Canada's climate goals. Canada is the fourth-largest producer of primary aluminum in the world.
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Canadians rightfully expect that their purchases, from phones to washers and dryers, work well and last for years, and that’s why the Government of Canada is committed to improving Canadians’ ability to repair home appliances and consumer electronics. Every generation should be able to repair their broken appliances or devices—and at a fair price—rather than being forced to purchase a new product when one component fails.