Supported by the article below, note that Nickel is very high up on the 'Critical mineral' list.

The Critical minerals strategy bodes VERY well for Aston due to asset type (Nickel sulphide), size and location.

Exclusive: Canada aims to speed up new projects with critical minerals strategy

December 10, 2022

OTTAWA, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Canada on Friday unveiled a new strategy to ramp up production and processing of critical minerals vital to power electric vehicle (EV) batteries as the world seeks to shift away from fossil fuels toward cleaner technologies.

The government pledged to review the permitting process with an eye on cutting the time required to bring mines online by avoiding duplication and ensuring early indigenous consultation and engagement, the 58-page strategy document said.

The plan focuses on expanding the critical minerals sector and "moving things forward expeditiously," Canada's Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said at a news conference in Vancouver.

Wilkinson said the strategy, backed by nearly C$4 billion ($2.95 billion) allocated in the 2022 budget, "is a roadmap for the creation of wealth and sustainable jobs throughout the value chain in every region of this country."

Source: https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/canadas-critical-mineral-strategy-aims-accelerate-permitting-2022-12-09/