Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Fortier, I won't let you catch your breath.
Most car manufacturers have committed to building electric vehicles, or at least vehicles with an electric component. However, the stock markets do not seem to believe that they will be able to deliver on their promise, largely because of problems in the supply chain and dependence on parties such as China or the Congo for essential minerals or other basic inputs. This could threaten the government's plan to move everyone to electric vehicles.
At Accelerate, you are committed to building a Canadian supply chain.
Tell us about the importance of having an autonomous and sufficient domestic market.