Canada’s Semiconductor Council (CSC) is pleased to announce that Kranti Associates Canada Ltd. (“Kranti”) has joined CSC as its newest member. This milestone strengthens CSC’s mission to build a robust, diversified, and innovation-driven semiconductor ecosystem in Canada. Kranti brings deep expertise in business digitization, industrial automation, data services, product design, and management consultancy. Their broad consultancy experience, spanning public and private sectors, positions them to contribute meaningfully to CSC’s efforts in shaping policy recommendations and driving strategic growth for the semiconductor industry in Canada. “Joining CSC marks an exciting new chapter for Kranti,” said Arraafi Siddique, Director, Kranti, who will be joining CSC’s Advisory Board. “We believe our experience advising organizations across sectors will bring unique perspectives to help grow Canada’s semiconductor and advanced-technology capabilities. We look forward to collaborating with CSC members to reinforce Canada’s position as a competitive player in the global semiconductor landscape.” “Kranti’s admission to CSC is a welcome addition,” said Paul Slaby, Managing Director of Canada’s Semiconductor Council. “Their consultancy track-record and technological acumen align well with CSC’s priorities — especially as we advance our work on a national semiconductor policy and strategic industry growth. Kranti’s participation strengthens our collective capacity to build a competitive, resilient semiconductor ecosystem in Canada.” Kranti’s membership will support CSC’s ongoing agenda — including workstreams around automotive microchips, AI chips, and talent and workforce development — helping to contribute to CSC’s efforts to build a stronger, more connected semiconductor ecosystem across Canada. About Kranti Associates Canada Ltd. Established in 1989 in Bangladesh as a management consultancy firm, Kranti has grown into an international advisory partner serving public and private sector clients. Kranti Associates Canada, founded in 2011 offers consultancy services across multiple disciplines, including business digitization, industrial automation, product design, data analytics, and management consultancy. Since 2023, Kranti Associates Canada Ltd. has sharpened its focus on industrial automation and business digitization consulting. Looking ahead, Kranti Canada’s focus is expanding beyond consulting with delivering tailored integrated manufacturing solutions, having a specific focus on the semiconductor industry. About Canada’s Semiconductor Council Canada’s Semiconductor Council (CSC) is a national semiconductor industry organization representing a broad ecosystem of companies and institutions involved in the development and manufacturing of semiconductor components. CSC is dedicated to accelerating the growth and development of Canada’s semiconductor sector. The organization's goal is to strengthen our domestic supply chain resiliency and future in the digital economy by establishing Canada as a leader for semiconductor research, design and development, and manufacturing at the forefront of commercialization and innovation for the global semiconductor industry.