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The federal government has announced a new multi-departmental initiative to map Canada's deposits of critical minerals essential for semiconductor manufacturing. Led by Natural Resources Canada and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, the program aims to secure a domestic supply chain for materials like gallium, germanium, and high-purity silicon. This move is part of a broader national strategy to bolster Canada's technological sovereignty, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and position the country as a key player in the highly competitive global semiconductor market, ensuring stability for its automotive and tech sectors.