Mumbai, India – Canada is deepening its electric vehicle ambitions on the global stage, as International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu met with senior executives at Tata Motors in Mumbai to strengthen collaboration in the fast-growing EV sector.
The high-level discussions focused on expanding partnerships as Tata invests billions into electrification and scales up its electric vehicle production worldwide.
“In Mumbai, I met with senior leadership at Tata Company Motors to deepen collaboration as they invest billions into electrification,” Sidhu said.
Under Canada’s new automotive strategy, Ottawa is positioning the country as a global partner of choice for next-generation electric vehicles. Sidhu emphasized that Canada offers a full supply chain advantage — from critical minerals to advanced manufacturing and automotive software innovation.
“We have every critical mineral needed to build EVs and batteries — from nickel and cobalt to lithium and graphite — along with advanced manufacturing expertise and cutting-edge automotive software, including technologies developed by BlackBerry,” he said.
Canada is also accelerating responsible resource development through its Major Projects Office to fast-track key mining and infrastructure initiatives, aimed at strengthening resilient supply chains amid growing global competition for EV dominance.
“As Tata scales EV production, there is a clear opportunity to integrate more Canadian technology, minerals and innovation into their global platform — creating high-value jobs and growth back home,” Sidhu added.
The meeting signals Canada’s broader strategy to secure international partnerships that reinforce domestic job creation while cementing its role as a critical supplier in the global electric vehicle revolution.
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