Keeping this subtle difference in mind, let me first talk about economic conditions in terms of short-term developments in economic activity.
Growing up in Northern Ontario, I learned that hard work is what supports Canada’s capacity as one of the largest exporters of base metals. This includes nickel—the commodity that put Sudbury on the map. Your area’s advanced mining and smelter technology is keeping Canada at the forefront of low-cost base metal production. My formative years have served me well throughout my career.