Unveiling the Gold in Canada’s Backyard

What is Canada's Ring of Fire—and why has it been sitting untouched for 15+ years?

In this video, The Weird Canadian dives into one of the *most important and overlooked* economic opportunities in Canada. The Ring of Fire in Northern Ontario is a treasure trove of critical minerals like **chromite, nickel, copper, and platinum**—essential for everything from EVs to renewable energy.

But despite its potential to generate **tens of billions in revenue and thousands of jobs**, the region remains undeveloped. Why? From **lack of infrastructure** and **government delays** to **Indigenous consultation and environmental hurdles**, Cody breaks it all down—with just the right amount of swearing.

👀 Watch to learn:
- What is the Ring of Fire?
- Why it matters globally and to Canada
- The role of Indigenous communities
- The political strategies to unlock its value
- And… whether Canada is finally ready to dig in

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00:00 - Intro: Hidden Wealth in Canada
00:19 - What is the Ring of Fire?
00:43 - Minerals Found: Chromite, Nickel, Copper & More
01:24 - Why These Resources Matter
01:45 - The Economic Opportunity
02:12 - The Big Challenges: Infrastructure & Environment
03:23 - Indigenous Communities & Potential Benefits
04:33 - Complexity Slows It Down
04:54 - Global Demand & Why Canada Must Act
06:13 - Pierre Poilievre’s Ring of Fire Plan
07:24 - Inefficient Mining Approval Process
08:34 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action