Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is a government agency responsible for the country's natural resources and energy. It aims to promote sustainable economic growth through natural resource development, conservation, and innovation. NRCan also works to improve the quality of life of Canadians through investments in clean technology, research and development, and scientific knowledge.
Founded in 1842 as the Geological Survey of Canada
Renamed to the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources in 1950
Renamed to Natural Resources Canada in 1993
Has been involved in initiatives such as the development of the oil sands industry, the creation of the Canadian Forest Service, and the promotion of renewable energy sources
Similar to NRCan, this government agency focuses on environmental issues and climate change, although it has a broader mandate that includes weather forecasting and enforcement of environmental regulations.
This government-owned research facility specializes in nuclear science and technology, including the development of new nuclear technologies and nuclear waste management.
An independent, quasi-judicial agency responsible for regulating Alberta's energy industry, including oil sands development, pipelines, and other energy-related activities.
A research and development organization focused on supporting the development and deployment of clean energy technologies, including solar, wind, and bioenergy.
A division of NRCan that conducts research and provides advice on the sustainable management of Canada's forests, including forest health, wildfire management, and forest carbon management.
The oldest scientific agency in Canada, responsible for conducting research and providing advice on Canada's geology, mineral resources, and natural hazards.
NRCan is responsible for managing Canada's natural resources and energy, including promoting sustainable development, conservation, and innovation.
NRCan invests in research and development to support the development and deployment of clean energy technologies, such as solar, wind, and bioenergy, and provides funding for clean technology projects.
The Canadian Forest Service is a division of NRCan that conducts research and provides advice on the sustainable management of Canada's forests, including forest health, wildfire management, and forest carbon management.
CanmetENERGY is a research and development organization focused on supporting the development and deployment of clean energy technologies, including solar, wind, and bioenergy.
The Geological Survey of Canada is the oldest scientific agency in Canada, responsible for conducting research and providing advice on Canada's geology, mineral resources, and natural hazards.