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Automotive Microchips Working Group Report

Bridging the Gap in Canada's EV Supply Chain

Canada’s Semiconductor Council (CSC) is proud to present the Automotive Microchips Working Group Report, highlighting critical findings and recommendations to strengthen Canada’s role in the evolving electric vehicle (EV) and automotive semiconductor supply chain.

With the global automotive industry shifting towards sustainable and electric solutions, Canada is poised to take advantage of its robust academic, industrial, and tech ecosystem to address the gaps and drive innovation in automotive semiconductors.

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Key Findings

Significant Gaps in the EV Supply Chain

Minimal Canadian content currently exists in the EV semiconductor supply chain, as Canada's automotive sector remains focused on traditional ICE components and mechanical parts. A shift toward EV-focused semiconductor production is essential to support domestic and global EV manufacturing.

Opportunities to Build on Canadian Strengths

Canada has powerful assets in automotive R&D, especially in automotive power systems, and a legacy automotive manufacturing base. By targeting these strengths, we can build a competitive edge in the EV supply chain.

Strategic Recommendations for Growth

Canada has a unique opportunity to redefine its role in the global EV supply chain. This report calls for strategic investments, policy collaboration, and R&D commercialization efforts to ensure Canada becomes a key player in automotive microchips and next-generation power electronics.

Kirk Ouellette, Chair

Kirk Ouellette, VP of Global Strategy at STMicroelectronics and a member of CSC's Board of Directors, leads the Automotive Microchips Working Group. Established in 2024, this Working Group brings together senior leaders from the semiconductor and automotive industries, as well as federal and provincial policy experts and investment community representatives. Its primary objective is to develop actionable strategies to strengthen the resilience of Canada’s automotive microchip supply chain.

Working Group Participants

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"Canada has the talent and infrastructure to become a leader in EV power electronics, but we must act now. Building a resilient, homegrown supply chain for semiconductors, electronic components and subsystems for the EV supply chain is not just an economic opportunity—it’s a critical necessity for our national security and innovation future."

- Paul Slaby, Managing Director, Canada's Semiconductor Council

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"This is an opportunistic time for Canada to establish a presence in semiconductor manufacturing and packaging due to the increasing global demand for chips across industries like automotive, telecommunications, and renewable energy as the world shifts towards an electrified future. Geopolitical tensions, coupled with supply chain disruptions, have underscored the need for localized and secure semiconductor production. Canada’s strategic location, coupled with its access to critical resources, a highly skilled workforce and robust manufacturing capabilities, positions it as a reliable North American hub. However, this must be treated as an urgent priority—investment in this sector is essential to securing Canada’s economic competitiveness and guaranteeing a sustainable, technologically advanced future."

- Automotive Industry Leader

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