Industry Says Feds Not Doing Enough to Fortify Supply Chains, Manufacturing News Analysis Industry participants in the supply chain for products vital to Canada’s long-term economic success and security say Budget 2021 did not go far enough to ensure the country remains resilient and globally competitive. COVID-19 has forced nations to re-examine their supply chains and manufacturing to ensure critical goods are available in sufficient quantities to meet their citizens’ rapidly changing needs. It has also advanced the pace of technological adoption. In the April 19 budget, the feds noted that reciprocity in procurement partnerships is another approach it will be taking to fortify Canada’s supply chains.