Ontario Minister Announces Major Mining Reforms and Critical Minerals Investments at CME 2026

Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines delivers a keynote address at Canadian Mining Expo 2026, outlining the province's vision for accelerating mine development, strengthening Canada's critical minerals supply chain, and building long-term economic sovereignty. The Minister discusses Ontario's "One Project, One Process" permitting reforms, new investments in mining innovation, Indigenous economic participation, critical minerals processing, energy infrastructure, and Ontario's emergence as Canada's top jurisdiction for mining investment. Key topics include: • Ontario's mining permitting reforms • One Project, One Process initiative • Critical minerals and Canada's economic future • Indigenous participation and ownership opportunities • Ontario's $3 billion Indigenous loan guarantee program • Critical Minerals Innovation Fund investments • Critical minerals processing and value-added manufacturing • Northern Ontario energy and transmission infrastructure • Ring of Fire development • Economic sovereignty and supply chain security • Ontario's ranking as Canada's top mining investment destination • Building a North American critical minerals supply chain The address also highlights Ontario's commitment to responsible resource development, faster project approvals, Indigenous partnerships, and securing Canada's position in the global economy. Canadian Mining Expo 2026 Timmins, Ontario Learn more: https://canadianminingexpo.com