Nissan Canada and Lithion Partner to Drive Circular EV Battery Recycling in Canada

According to a recent announcement from Nissan Canada Inc., the automaker has entered a long-term strategic partnership with Lithion Technologies Inc., a Montreal-based clean technology company, to recycle used electric vehicle (EV) batteries and promote a sustainable circular economy in Canada.

The partnership aims to recover valuable battery materials and reduce environmental impacts associated with raw material extraction. Leveraging Lithion Technologies’ hydrometallurgical recycling technology, the process can reclaim up to 95% of key materials and nearly 98% of critical minerals from end-of-life EV batteries. The initiative is expected to lower carbon emissions, reduce landfill waste, and strengthen local supply chains for EV battery production.

According to Nissan Canada, this collaboration is a key step toward advancing its global electrification strategy and establishing a responsible lifecycle management model for EV batteries in North America.

“Partnering with Lithion Technologies allows us to take a proactive step toward a more sustainable EV ecosystem,” said Andrew Harkness, Director of Dealer Network Development, Electrification, and Corporate Strategy at Nissan Canada. “Together, we’re helping localize battery recycling, reduce dependence on mining, and support the growth of Canada’s clean tech sector.”

Yves Noël, Vice President and Chief Business Development Officer at Lithion Technologies, added, “The strategic partnership with Nissan Canada and its dealer network is another great example of collaborations needed to realize the quest for clean, safe and efficient circularity of EV batteries.”

Lithion Technologies operates a commercial-scale facility in Saint-Bruno, Quebec, equipped to process EV batteries efficiently and safely. The plant’s scalable system supports the rapidly growing EV market while aligning with Nissan’s commitment to a sustainable and transparent supply chain.

Analysts note that partnerships between automakers and recycling firms are becoming a cornerstone of the EV industry’s sustainability goals. As global demand for lithium, nickel, and cobalt intensifies, localized recycling offers a cost-effective and environmentally responsible alternative to traditional mining. Canada’s policy framework—such as its 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan and clean technology incentives—also provides strong backing for circular initiatives like this. Nissan’s move positions it among leading automakers embracing circular manufacturing models to meet climate and resource efficiency targets.

The collaboration between Nissan Canada and Lithion Technologies underscores a growing trend in the EV industry—turning end-of-life batteries into new resources while fostering Canada’s leadership in clean energy innovation.

Source: Nissan Canada Inc.

SUNSHINE Spotlight: Nissan Canada’s alliance with Lithion Technologies reflects a broader shift toward localized, circular solutions that close the loop on EV batteries and advance Canada’s clean energy ambitions.