Committed to improving the quality of life of Canadians by ensuring the country’s abundant natural resources are developed sustainably, competitively and inclusively. Spotlight on Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy: Building Resilient Communities and a Strong Economy

Natural Resources Canada develops policies and programs that enhance the contribution of the natural resources sector to the economy, improve the quality of life for all Canadians and conducts innovative science in facilities across Canada to …

Canada has a vast wealth of natural resources, which contributes significantly to our national economy. Resource industries play a critical role in delivering jobs, growth and prosperity for Canadians. Discover key information and facts demonstrating the importance of the natural resources sectors to the Canadian economy.

Canada has some of the largest known reserves and resources (measured and indicated) of rare earths in the world, estimated at over 15.2 million tonnes of rare earth oxide in 2023. Manufacturing permanent magnets is the largest global use for REEs, accounting for 44% of total demand in 2022.

Canada’s minerals and metals sector is a mainstay of the national economy that supports jobs and economic activity in every region. Explore Minerals and Metals Facts to find out how the minerals and metals sector contributes to the Canadian economy and our everyday lives.

The Canada Greener Homes Loan offers interest-free loans of up to $40,000 to help Canadians make their homes more energy efficient and comfortable. Homeowners are required to complete a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation to participate in the program.

A beginner’s guide to Canada’s research forests: A legacy of living laboratories. For nearly a century, Canada’s research forests have evolved from their early roots in commercial forestry, branching

Find the latest in energy efficient innovations, statistics, funding and insight of Canada's energy sector.

In 2023, Canada produced 158,668 tonnes of nickel in concentrate, an 11% increase from the previous year. Ontario led the country in nickel production, contributing 39% of the total, while Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec each accounted for 27%.

Through Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), the federal government has provided funding to support the installation of thousands of EV charging stations across Canada since 2016.