Rob Morrison

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 72 wordsCanada has an incredible opportunity to become a global leader in the resources that power modern economies. In Columbia—Kootenay—Southern Rockies, the communities of Elk Valley and Trail are helping make that possible. Elk Valley is home to a highly skilled mining workforce that produces world-class metallurgical coal, while Trail earned an international reputation in excellence in metal processing, refining and innovation. Steel is fundamental to energy infrastructure, transportation networks and national defence. Reasoning · 15 wordsThe materials required to produce steel are therefore critical to the economic and industrial security. Claims · 22 wordsMet coal, also known as steelmaking coal, is recognized as a critical mineral in the United States, the European Union and India.¹ The ask · 13 wordsCanada needs to formally recognize metallurgical coal as a critical mineral as well. Claims · 32 wordsAs the global demand for critical minerals and steelmaking materials continues to grow, the workers, the families and the businesses of Elk Valley and Trail remain at the forefront of Canada’s prosperity. Thanks · 13 wordsI thank them for their hard work and invaluable contribution to our country.Thanks