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Electra Battery Materials Signs Definitive $20 Million Investment Agreement with Government of Canada to Advance Strategic Refinery
(All amounts in C$ unless otherwise specified) TORONTO, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM; TSX-V: ELBM)
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[{"type":"text","content":" (All amounts in C$ unless otherwise specified) TORONTO, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM; TSX-V: ELBM) (“Electra” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has executed a binding investment agreement (the “Investment”) with the Government of Canada under the Strategic Response Fund (“SRF”), turning previous support for the project into a firm commitment. The Investment provides for total federal funding of $20 million toward eligible project costs, to support the completion of construction and commissioning of North America’s only battery-grade cobalt sulfate refinery, located in Temiskaming Shores, Ontario. The execution of the Agreement marks a significant milestone in advancing Electra’s refinery project and follows extensive due diligence and discussions with the federal government since the initial announcement of support in 2025. “I have seen only a handful of moments where market need, policy alignment, and execution capability come together to create outsized value in my career, and this is one of them,” said David Stetson, Chairman of the Board of Electra. “Electra has assembled the assets, partnerships, and leadership required to build a strategically important business in the North American battery materials supply chain, and I have strong confidence in the Company’s ability to deliver. I also want to recognize the support of the Government of Canada for this important project.” The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions commented, “Canada is accelerating its leadership in the industries that will define the global economy of tomorrow. By contributing to building a robust domestic refining and processing supply chain for critical minerals, we are strengthening Canada’s industrial base, securing high-quality jobs and positioning the economy for long-term growth. Strategic investments like this are how we build a more resilient economy that is focused on Canadian industry and workers.” The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources added, “Canada has the critical minerals the world wants – and we can turn those resources into good jobs, stronger industry, and more secure supply chains. By investing in the Temiskaming Shores Facility, we are investing in Nort...