New Brunswick isn’t Canada’s largest province, but it sure is rich in a variety of natural resources. Well known for its picturesque Atlantic coastline, nutrient-dense soil and abundance of forested land, various resource-based sectors play an oversized role in providing New Brunswickers with ec...
Canola, a name that combines "Canada" and "ola" (for oil), is a cornerstone of Canadian agriculture and a significant contributor to the national economy. Developed by Canadian scientists in the 1970s, it has grown to become one of the most important field crops in the country. Each year, approx...
Despite being one of Canada's smaller provinces, Nova Scotians play a vital role in Canada’s economy and global resource markets. Known for its rugged coastlines and picturesque landscapes, Nova Scotia possesses a wide array of natural resources, including food, fish, energy, minerals, wood and ...
Did you know that steel production accounts for 98% of global demand for iron, with electronics and non-metallurgical uses driving the remaining 2%? Both iron extraction and steel production are historically essential industries in Canada, particularly in the industrial regions of Ontario and Qu...
Mining, forestry, and nuclear power are what most Canadians likely think about when it comes to Ontario’s resource economy. But did you know that Ontario’s farming industry also plays a key role, contributing immensely to the lives of Canadians across the province? Ontario’s farmers and agri-foo...
A strong consensus is taking hold across Canada: liquefied natural gas (LNG) is not just an economic opportunity, but a national imperative. For years, our organization has championed the immense, multi-faceted benefits of a robust Canadian LNG industry. Today, hearing similar messages being ech...
Many Canadians don’t know that forestry is a significant part of New Brunswick’s economy and way of life; the sheer scale of the industry is quite impressive. As the province’s largest industry, it accounts for 5% of the total provincial economy, 24,000 jobs, and generates $2.8 billion in export...
Is public support for nation-building projects like pipelines staying strong? New research by Environics shows that a significant majority of Canadians remain supportive of new oil pipelines. According to the report, respondents sense that Canada needs to adopt a different approach when it comes...
Canada is a land of opportunity, blessed with an abundance of natural resources that fuel our economy, support millions of jobs, and position us as a global leader for a diverse range of essential commodity exports. Yet, for too long, we’ve said “no” to the very projects that could secure our pr...
Most British Columbians probably know that their province excels at renewable power generation. The provincial government, via BC Hydro, is proud to advertise that it produces more than 98% of its power supply from renewable sources, mainly from hydropower dams. It’s true, B.C. is a global leade...
Canada's current economic landscape reveals a glaring reality: our natural resource sectors are essential to our national prosperity. Data over the past several months paints a clear picture of the Canadian economy's current plight, as well as how the resource sectors make an oversized and irrep...
Map of Previous PRGT Pipeline - TC Energy The Nisga’a First Nation and its industry partners have now purchased the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT). This pivotal acquisition is set to supply natural gas feedstock to the up-and-coming Ksi Lisims LNG project on the northwest coast of British...