Oil and gas good news boosts outlook in Atlantic Canada
Major project to proceed, First Nations announce plans for first-ever equity ownership offshore Newfoundland and Labrador
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
Commentary: Canada’s ‘Just Transition’ exercise is a horrible idea for Indigenous communities
Responsible development contributes to overall reconciliation and Indigenous self-determination
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
Analysts ‘tantalized’ by opportunities as Line 3 nears completion
Project could open new pathway to refineries on U.S. Gulf Coast
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
Analysts ‘tantalized’ by opportunities as Line 3 nears completion
Project could open new pathway to refineries on U.S. Gulf Coast
Clean hydrogen megaprojects in Alberta could trigger big energy industry expansion
Domestic and export opportunities could boost demand for natural gas and CCS
University of Calgary not abandoning oil and gas
Undergrad program expands into more diverse energy sources as industry seeks a low carbon future
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
B.C. First Nations move closer to realizing LNG projects
Haisla, Nisga’a Nations advancing two major natural gas export opportunities
Billions in oil and gas expansion underway – just not in Canada
Russia, Qatar, Norway, UAE among those pursuing growth
Billions in oil and gas expansion underway – just not in Canada
Russia, Qatar, Norway, UAE among those pursuing growth
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
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'
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
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
Commentary: Guess where Canada’s $488 billion in foreign oil came from?
Quebec leads in oil imports from other countries despite Canada’s vast oil reserves
What our American neighbours (and Canadians) gain from oil and natural gas
The shared industry in North America matters to millions
Commentary: Europe’s oil from tyrannies and autocracies: 3.1 trillion Euros worth since 2005
As energy prices rise, Europe remains dependent on imported oil from repressive states
Facts and Data
EU Foreign Oil Imports From Tyrannies and Autocracies: Nearly €3.1 Trillion (CAD$4.6 Trillion) Since 2005
Dependence by EU nations on crude oil sourced from autocracies and tyrannies comes with increased energy security risks
Foreign oil imports to Canada: $488 billion between 1988 and 2020
Despite being a world leader in crude oil reserves and production Canada's reliance on foreign oil is significant
Enhancing North American energy security: Analyzing the economic impacts of the U.S. oil and gas industry
U.S. oil and gas industry employs 5 million people and contributes billions to the national economy
$701 billion: The Energy Sector’s Revenues to Canadian Governments 2000 – 2019
Revenues from the oil and gas sector alone are worth 50 years of federal family allowance and children's benefit payments