The federal government is investing $23 million in Siemens Canada to enhance battery manufacturing technologies, part of a $70-million phase of a larger $150-million initiative announced on April 21 at Hannover MESSE. This funding, from the Strategic Response Fund, will expand Siemens’ Global AI Manufacturing Technologies Research and Development Centre for Battery Production in Canada.

The centre aims to improve battery efficiency and production methods, supporting the commercialization of advanced manufacturing technologies. The project is expected to maintain approximately 3,310 existing jobs while creating 90 new full-time positions and 625 co-op placements. Federal officials noted that this investment aligns with Canada’s new auto strategy and strengthens its role in the North American automotive supply chain.

This initiative highlights Canada's commitment to advancing electric vehicle manufacturing and securing domestic supply chains in a rapidly evolving industry.

The federal government is investing $23 million to support a Siemens Canada project aimed at advancing battery manufacturing technologies, part of a broader $70‑million phase within a $150‑million initiative, announced April 21 at Hannover MESSE.

The funding, provided through the Strategic Response Fund, will support the expansion of Siemens’ Global AI Manufacturing Technologies Research and Development (R&D) Center for Battery Production in Canada.

According to the company, the centre focuses on automotive-related R&D intended to improve battery efficiency and production methods and to support the commercialization of advanced manufacturing technologies.

Siemens said the expanded facility will develop technologies designed to address key challenges across the global battery sector and strengthen Canada’s position within the battery value chain. The project is expected to maintain approximately 3,310 existing Siemens jobs in Canada, while creating 90 new full‑time positions and 625 co‑op placements.

Federal officials said the investment supports Canada’s role in the integrated North American automotive supply chain and aligns with the country’s new auto strategy, announced earlier this year. The project also builds on a recent joint declaration between Canada and Germany aimed at encouraging new investment in Canada’s electric vehicle sector.

Battery production and related manufacturing capabilities are increasingly viewed as strategic priorities as automakers and governments seek to secure domestic supply chains for electric vehicles and energy storage technologies.