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Description: In Meeting No. 2 of the Standing Committee on International Trade (CIIT), MPs raised serious concerns: Tesla is earning hundreds of millions from electric‑vehicle (EV) credits in Canada — even though it manufactures no cars here. In this video, we break down: What was said in committee, including data on Tesla’s credit sales and how the incentives scheme works. House of Commons of Canada +2 Global Affairs Canada +2 Why critics argue this setup undermines Canadian automakers and manufacturing goals. House of Commons of Canada +1 Government responses / proposed reforms to ensure EV credits support domestic production rather than being loopholes. noscommunes.ca +2 House of Commons of Canada +2 Why this matters: Canada has committed to zero‑emission vehicle targets and wants to build up its EV manufacturing base. If credit policies allow foreign‑built EVs (like many from Tesla) to benefit without creating local jobs, there may be missed opportunities for Canadian economic and industrial growth. Source: ParlVU / House of Commons Committee Hearings. Fair Use Disclaimer: Excerpts are used under Fair Dealing (or Fair Use) for the purposes of education, commentary, and public interest reporting. Original recordings remain the property of the Parliament of Canada.