Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Gallium Extraction Research and Development Project
Agreement Number:
GPI2025-RTGA
Agreement Value:
$18,950,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 25, 2026 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
The purpose of this agreement is to support the development of critical minerals value chains in Canada and abroad.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results are to improve the feasibility, viability and reproducibility of upgrading critical minerals raw materials.
Location:
SAGUENAY, Quebec, CA G7S 4K8
Reference Number:
115-2025-2026-Q4-18625
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
100119213
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
Two or more departments or agencies are involved in the funding of and/or the awarding of a particular grant or contribution award. Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.
Recipient's Operating Name:
Rio Tinto Alcan Inc.
Recipient's Legal Name:
RIO TINTO ALCAN INC.
Program:
Grants and Contributions for Critical Minerals Innovation and Global Partnerships
Program Purpose:
The objective is to support the overall goal of the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy to increase the supply of responsibly sourced critical minerals and support the development of domestic and global value chains for the green and digital economy.