While the cost of diesel fuel is exchanged for the cost of recharging batteries, the net operating cost of the mine is reduced given the size of the ventilation system is smaller, drawing less electricity to supply fresh air and keep the mine at temperature. [...] Supporting Ontario’s Supply Chain by Establishing a Focal Point Within the Provincial Government and Investing in the Manufacturing Workforce Submitted by: the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce and the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Issue The supply chain in Ontario lacks sufficient direction and planning to operate a modern and secure supply chain despite the high demand present in the manufacturing sec. [...] The Government of Ontario recognized the benefit of this support by announcing the Supply Chain Management Act in the beginning of the pandemic, to make sure the demand for crucial suppliers are visible and trackable14. [...] For example, the Province of New Brunswick provides those who receive the provincial electric vehicle rebate, an additional rebate of up to $750 to offset the cost of the purchase and installation of a level 2 charger.22 If the province is going to foster a strong EV sector then it needs to provide consumers, both personal and commercial, the means to reduce range anxiety while ensuring they have. [...] Connecting the mineral-rich opportunities in the Ring of Fire with manufacturing sectors in the rest of the province would help the province become a leading producer across North America of the critical minerals needed for electric vehicles and a clean economy.26 Premier Doug Ford said the Province will continue to work with Indigenous communities towards the development of the Ring of Fire.
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