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In this episode, guest Matt Skynner, COO, of ventureLAB, speaks about how various industries (namely automotive) have been hit hard by the recent chip shortage; why Canada’s auto sector was vulnerable; and when things will go back to normal.

He also discusses why Canada needs to build chips and batteries at home, and how the rise of electric vehicles makes it even more important.