This blog has been edited due to Bill C-59
The energy, mining, forestry and agriculture sectors are the backbone of Canadian prosperity, providing immense economic opportunities for people across the country. That includes millions of jobs, tens of billions in government revenues, and well over half of our country’s total yearly exports.
Canada’s natural resource companies positively impact communities not just through economic activity, but also other initiatives that help local families improve their quality of life. These actions – whether it be volunteerships, donations, or other means of assistance – often go unnoticed but play an essential role in the well-being of Canadians and Indigenous Peoples.
In other words, the natural resources sector is an integral part of Canadian society, having an incredibly positive impact on many families – especially in rural areas where long-term, well-paying jobs are sometimes few and far between.
This blog highlights three recent examples of resource companies giving back to Canadian and Indigenous communities. Whether it is donations towards important medical equipment or funding for community infrastructure, these initiatives are critical for local communities in and around natural resource operations across the country.
