Natural Resources Canada develops policies and programs that enhance the contribution of the natural resources sector to the economy, improve the quality of life for all Canadians and conducts innovative science in facilities across Canada to generate ideas and transfer technologies.
They are an established leader in the fields of:
- energy sources and distribution
- forests and forestry
- minerals and mining
- earth sciences
- energy efficiency
- science and data
They also represent Canada at the international level to meet the country’s global commitments related to the sustainable development of natural resources.