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The Canadian aluminum industry is advocating for realistic expectations about its capacity to support national defense initiatives. The federal government's new industrial defense strategy aims to collaborate with this sector.

Jean Simard, President of the Aluminum Association of Canada, states that local aluminum production is not prepared to pivot towards defense contracts in the short term. Although aluminum is essential for military applications, over 90% of Canada's production is processed outside the country, primarily in the U.S. and China. Experts highlight the importance of establishing a strong domestic supply chain to mitigate reliance on foreign sources.