Tim Hodgson, minister of energy and natural resources (L) participates in the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto on Oct. 30, 2025. (The Canadian Press/Laura Proctor
Canada has announced the first round of 26 new investments, partnerships, and measures as part of a G7 critical minerals alliance to counter China’s current global dominance in the sector.
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said $6.4 billion in investments in Canadian projects is a significant step forward in creating a resilient G7 supply chain for critical minerals that will be less reliant on China and protect member nations’ national security interests.
