Wyloo CEO Canada Kristan Straub has announced plans to establish a facility in Greater Sudbury that will play a crucial role in Canada’s efforts to develop a domestic electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain. The facility will produce low-carbon nickel sulphate and nickel-dominant pCAM, essential components for EV batteries.
Straub emphasized the importance of closing the gap in the North American EV supply chain by converting ore to battery chemicals. With Canada investing over C$40 billion to position itself as a global hub for the EV industry, the need to bolster processing capacity has become increasingly evident.
The facility will source nickel from Wyloo’s proposed Eagle’s Nest mine in northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire region, as well as other third-party nickel-bearing feed and recycled battery materials. This strategic approach aims to meet 50% of the nickel demand from announced EV investments.
Greater Sudbury was chosen as the facility’s location due to its strong presence in the mining sector, commitment to clean technologies, and dedication to Indigenous reconciliation with First Nation communities. Chief Larry Roque of the Wahnapitae First Nation expressed support for the project, highlighting its potential to set a precedent for partnerships between First Nations and private companies.
Wyloo is currently finalizing a Scoping Study for the project, with construction set to commence after the Eagle’s Nest mine is operational in 2027. The establishment of this facility marks a significant step towards advancing Canada’s EV battery supply chain and strengthening its position in the global EV market.
