A Matter of Fact: Oil and gas ‘leave it in the ground’ narrative flawed and misleading
Report doesn't reflect what is going on in global energy markets
Critical Canadian Subsector
10.2% of GDP
Energy is a major driver of Canada’s economy, accounting for $219 billion, or 10.2% of nominal GDP in 2019.
*Includes energy indirect (3.0%), electricity (1.7%) and ‘other’ (0.2%)
Source: Natural Resources Canada
Cross-Country Employment
599,000 jobs
The oil and gas sector directly and indirectly employed approximately 599,000 people across Canada in 2019
Source: Natural Resources Canada
Suppliers Outside Alberta
2,711 businesses
Oil sands producers spent $4 billion with 2,711 Canadian businesses outside Alberta in 2019
Source: Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers
Analysts ‘tantalized’ by opportunities as Line 3 nears completion
Project could open new pathway to refineries on U.S. Gulf Coast
Yager: A “Just Transition” for Canada’s massive oil and gas industry is impossible
Energy export customers already have the electricity a shift to renewables would produce
Clean hydrogen megaprojects in Alberta could trigger big energy industry expansion
Domestic and export opportunities could boost demand for natural gas and CCS
Knowledge Keeper: Willow Lake Métis Nation CEO Justin Bourque shares his vision for the future of Indigenous equity in the energy industry
Community leader with rich history on the land leveraging industry awareness to bring new approach
University of Calgary not abandoning oil and gas
Undergrad program expands into more diverse energy sources as industry seeks a low carbon future
B.C. First Nations move closer to realizing LNG projects
Haisla, Nisga’a Nations advancing two major natural gas export opportunities
A Matter of Fact: Canada’s ‘just transition’ needs to include a vibrant oil and gas sector
Canada can do more to help reduce global GHGs using its oil and gas than it can by shutting it down
Billions in oil and gas expansion underway – just not in Canada
Russia, Qatar, Norway, UAE among those pursuing growth
Commentary: Government COVID relief well closure funds are not a subsidy to oil producers
For an industry in survival mode, all non-essential spending had been cancelled before Ottawa’s cash was announced
Steady Eddie: Oil sands set to grow more efficiently in uncertain times
Analysts say Canada well positioned to meet ongoing demand as global ESG leader
The next generation of Canadian nation building
Not-for-profit championing Indigenous-led multi-modal resource corridors to advance unity, prosperity and sustainability
Line 3 replacement helps Native American community curb poverty, says Indigenous business owner
‘We wanted to let other people know that all the Native Americans don't oppose the pipeline’
Oil and gas divestment hampers path to emissions reduction: new Canada pension fund CEO
CPP Investments has no plans to divest
New Canadians playing increasingly important role in Canadian oil and gas
Jobs bring opportunity for higher quality of life and contribution to a better world
Oil sands an unparalleled opportunity to supply global demand for ‘friendly oil’
Analysts say Canadian companies ahead of the curve on improving ESG performance
How oil and gas divestment does more harm than good: A student’s perspective
'We want to take part in climate action, but do it in a responsible way where Canada is a world leader'
A Matter of Fact: Oil and gas jobs deliver high value for Canada
Workforce provides an outsized contribution to national finances
University of Waterloo to divest from oil and gas, but has accepted millions from oil and gas donors
Decision goes against the view of most Canadian institutional investors
Indigenous-owned company sees revival thanks to Coastal GasLink
Duz Cho Construction in northeastern B.C. thriving again clearing route for natural gas pipeline
Context and Commentary
Drive a Ford F-150? You will pay over $1,150 in just carbon taxes in 2030
An inconvenient fact: The most popular vehicles in Canada will be paying much more in carbon taxes in coming years
Commentary: Who needs oil and gas in the next 30 years? Africa and Asia
Population and economic growth will continue driving demand
Commentary: Canada’s record on carbon emissions intensity
Moving in the right direction
Commentary: Parsing through energy subsidy estimates
There is no ‘pot of gold’ from which to divert trillions to subsidize renewables
Facts and Data
Up to 350 per cent higher at the pump by 2030: The impact of higher carbon taxes on gasoline prices
Canadian motorists can expect to pay up to $900 more per year at the pump to cover the federal carbon tax
Supersized: Demand for oil and gas in Africa and Asia
As populations and economies grow in developing nations, oil and gas will remain vital energy source
Canada’s GHG Emissions Intensity Record Since 2000: An Updated 2021 Analysis
By almost every metric, Canada's oil and gas sector has reduced GHG emissions intensity over the last two decades
No free lunch for taxpayers: Examining estimates of subsidies to renewables and fossil fuels
Detailed research lacking on where green subsidies will come from