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                      Markham-Unionville MP Michael Ma crossed the floor to join the Liberals on Thursday. In a dramatic political shift on Parliament Hill, Michael Ma, the Member of Parliament for Markham–Unionville, announced on December 11, 2025, that he is leaving the Conservative caucus to sit with the Liberals . His decision follows weeks of consultation with constituents and family, and comes on the heels of Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont’s defection last month. Ma explained that his move was motivated by a desire for “unity and decisive action for Canada’s future.” He praised Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership, describing it as a steady and practical approach to tackling pressing issues such as affordability, economic growth, community safety, and opportunities for young families. The floor-crossing is politically significant: the Liberals now hold 171 seats, just one short of a majority in the House of...
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Canada Tops Global Battery Supply Chain Ranking, China Falls to Second Place

 

Canada has claimed the first place in BloombergNEF’s global lithium-ion battery supply chain ranking for 2024, surpassing China, which had dominated the annual analysis for the past three years. The United States ranked third this year.

The ranking measures the potential of 30 countries to build a secure, reliable and sustainable battery supply chain for electric vehicles, based on 46 metrics in five categories: raw materials, battery manufacturing, downstream demand, environmental and social governance, and industry, infrastructure and innovation.

Canada’s rise to the top spot is attributed to its abundant raw material resources, strong integration with the U.S. automotive sector, clear policy commitments, and high environmental and social standards. Canada is also a beneficiary of the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to boost domestic battery production and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.

China, on the other hand, fell to second place due to its lower scores on environmental and social governance, as well as increased competition from other countries in battery manufacturing and downstream demand. China still leads the world in terms of battery output, but faces challenges in securing raw materials and meeting stricter emission standards.

The BloombergNEF report highlights the importance of developing a robust and resilient battery supply chain, as the demand for electric vehicles is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years. Canada’s leadership in this field positions it well for the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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