About Us

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) works to ensure the responsible development of Canada's natural resources, including energy, forests, minerals and metals. We also use our expertise in earth sciences to build and maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of our landmass and resources.

NRCan develops policies and programs that enhance the contribution of the natural resources sector to the economy and improve the quality of life of all Canadians.

We conduct innovative science in facilities across Canada to generate ideas and transfer technologies. We also represent Canada at the international level to meet the country's global commitments related to natural resources.

• The Department
• People at Natural Resources Canada
• Corporate Management and Reporting
• Events
• Facts and Figures
• Our History

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The Department

NRCan is structured along business lines according to types of natural resources and areas of interest. NRCan's headquarters is in Ottawa, and it has offices and laboratories across Canada.

• Organizational structure
• 6 Sectors
  • Canadian Forest Service
  • Corporate Management Sector
  • Earth Sciences Sector
  • Energy Policy Sector
  • Energy Technology and Programs Sector
  • Minerals and Metals Sector
• Regional Offices

Corporate Management and Reporting

NRCan encourages transparency and accountability by publishing its budgets, plans and priorities, performance reports and other documents.

• Access to Information and Privacy
• Audit and Evaluation Reports
• Consultation at NRCan
• Departmental Performance Reports
• Management Accountability Framework
• Proactive Disclosure
• Reports on Plans and Priorities

Events

NRCan participates in various events and awareness weeks throughout the year to provide opportunities for the public to learn about Canada's natural resources sectors and to promote its initiatives.

• 100 Years of Energy and Minerals Science and Technology
• Americana 2007
• Canada Day
• Globe 2006
• National Forest Week (September 24-30, 2006)
• National Mining Week (May 8-14, 2006)

Facts and Figures

Our natural resources sectors and related industries make enormous contributions to Canada's history and economy.

• Fact Sheets
• Statistics: Canada's natural resources

Our History

NRCan's history closely follows the history of Canada itself and includes many Canadian firsts. Learn more about the people — both past and present — who have made outstanding contributions to Canada.

• The Evolution of NRCan
• Firsts and Fascinating Facts
• Trailblazers