As the United States intensifies its lunar exploration agenda, helium-3 emerges as a critical resource for future space missions and energy applications. Canada possesses substantial helium-3 reserves that could position it as a strategic supplier in the emerging space economy. However, the nation remains unprepared to capitalize on this competitive advantage. This analysis examines how helium-3 extraction could strengthen Canada's negotiating power in international trade discussions and explores why domestic policy gaps prevent leveraging this valuable asset.

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