100+ Summer Products Made Possible by Natural Resources

Summer Products Made with Oil & Gas

boating made possible by natural resources

Pool floats	Car Parts	Coolers	Water skis
Car Tires	Deodorant	Surf boards	Boogie boards
Cameras	Fans	Hiking shoes	Scooters
Tupperware	Life jackets	Scuba gear	School buses
Swimsuits	Flip flops	Sandals	Sunglasses
Sunscreen	Kayaks & Rafts	Bicycles	Bluetooth speakers
Backpacks	Beach umbrellas	Water bottles	Camping tents

Summer Products Made Using Agriculture

Baseballs	Baseball gloves	Upholstery	Picnic baskets
Crayons	Summer clothing	Twine ropes	Sunscreen (plant-based)
Textiles	Woven baskets	Straw beach hats	Mats and rugs
Allergy medicines (plant-based)	Food and drink	Biodegradable utensils, plates, cups	Wicker furniture

Summer Products Made Using Forestry

hiking products made possible by natural resources v2

Bunk beds	Cabins	Paper	Canoes
Matches	Swings	Tool handles	Boardwalks
Hiking pathways	Chopsticks	Birdhouses	Guitars
Decorations	Benches	Skateboards	Golf tees
Firewood	Boomerang	Playgrounds	Patio furniture
Picnic tables	Treehouses	Pergolas	Verandahs

Summer Products Made from Mining

mountain biking products made possible by natural resources

GPS	Bikes	HDTVs	Helmets
Smartphones	Air conditioners	Computers	Tablets
Flashlights	Batteries	Boats	Electric vehicles
Fashion accessories	Patio lights	Tires	Bicycles
Quads	Dirt bikes	Speakers	Barbecue
Climbing gear	Cameras	Go-Pros	Safety equipment
Camping stoves	Water bottles	Tent poles and stakes	Fishing reels
Rollerblades	Solar panels	Golf clubs	Lawn mowers

Summer Activities & Natural Resources

How else do natural resources make summer activities possible?! Here are a few great examples:

#1 - Canadian national parks are one of our country’s most loved characteristics and most obvious places to explore our beautiful wilderness. Every year, more than 20 million people visit our national historic sites, parks, and marine conservation areas – utilizing a variety of products made from natural resources for travel, leisure and recreational activities.

#2 - Canadians enjoy activities such as hiking, biking and camping in the summer months, all made possible by natural resources. Whether it’s your hiking shoe, pop-up tent, or motor vehicle that got you to your destination, all goods we use to perform summer activities come from natural resources in one way or another.

#3 - Participating in outdoor leisure and recreation often requires packing food and drink to sustain oneself for the duration of the trip, products which are made possible by the agricultural sector. And if you have a snack or drink from Europe, for example, then that product was imported via petroleum fuels.

#4 - Electric scooters have become a summer favourite for city-dwelling Canadians. The frames of e-scooters are often made of aluminum, which Canada is the fourth-largest producer. Canada also produces a variety of critical minerals used to manufacture advanced electric batteries, which are incorporated into a range of goods we all use and rely on during the warmer seasons of the year.

#5 - Solar panels are made from mined materials and petroleum by-products. While it may seem obvious, solar panels located across Canada generate significantly greater amounts of electricity in the summer than in the winter. Longer daylight hours and reduced precipitation levels are both contributing factors.

#6 - Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest park, established in 1885, and is connected to the rest of the country by the 7,821 kilometre-long Trans-Canada Highway. As the second-largest national highway in the world, Canadian oil and gas have fuelled the building, maintenance, and upkeep of the Trans-Canada Highway for well over a century.

#7 - Birch, spruce, and cedar plants were original materials used to construct canoes in Canada. Today, petroleum products such as plastics and poly-fibres are more commonly used materials in water sports equipment due to their superior functionality and versatility. To build canoes in the 18th century was no small feat, a service reserved for master canoeists. While canoes today are not primarily used for basic transportation or trade, they are central to water activities for Canadians and Indigenous Peoples across the country!

#8 - Smartphones act as a global positioning system (GPS), which helps us get to and from our summer destinations. Rare earth minerals are an essential component of modern smartphones; Canada is home to an estimated 15.2 million tonnes of rare earth oxides.

#9 - Fire tables have become a popular addition to Canadian outdoor spaces during summer evenings, providing warmth and ambiance for gatherings. These tables often rely on propane or natural gas, both derived from Canada’s abundant petroleum resources, to fuel their flames. The metal frames and components, such as aluminum or steel, are sourced from mining operations, showcasing how natural resources enhance our backyard leisure experiences.

#10 - Barbecues are a quintessential part of Canadian summer culture, bringing families and friends together for cookouts in backyards or at campsites. Most barbecue grills are constructed from metals like stainless steel or cast iron, products of mining, while the propane or charcoal used for fuel often ties back to oil and gas industries. This beloved summer tradition highlights the crucial role that natural resources play in supporting our seasonal activities, as we create cherished memories with family and friends.

Enjoy Your Summer!

Summer activities are all made possible by products from the energy, forestry, mining and agriculture sectors. This summer, we encourage you to take a moment to appreciate these products that make the warmer months of the year as enjoyable as they are - Join us today to learn more!