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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 15h

From planting trees to managing forests, silviculture plays a key role in forest health. Researcher Trevor Jones and his team explore how silviculture can help Canadian forests adapt to changing conditions: ow.ly/hfnS50ZP87Y

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 06/10/2026

NRCan scientists are studying the impacts of wildfires on forests, communities and the Canadian economy. 📸 Assets provided by Alberta Wildfire

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 01/10/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Canada-Sweden Arctic Ocean Expedition. After many weeks aboard the Canadian Coast Guard Ship Louis S. St-Laurent, everyone’s home!

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 22/09/2026

Les scientifiques de RNCan étudient comment les forêts évoluent au fil de temps et pour quelles raisons. Découvrez ce que les scientifiques de RNCan apprennent sur la résilience des forêts canadiennes : ow.ly/vwIO50ZKXK0

Un scientifique se promenant dans une forêt après un incendie de forêt

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 22/09/2026

Our scientists are looking at the ways forests are changing over time and why. Discover what our scientists are learning about the resilience of Canada’s forests: ow.ly/ZfKZ50ZKXJ5

Scientist walking through a forest after a wildfire

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 15/09/2026

If you look at a North American map of the world, the Arctic is always at the top. 🗺️ After years of research and planning, our scientists are inviting you to see a different, circumpolar view of Arctic wetlands! Info: ow.ly/NXYU50ZNRRE

Circumpolar map of Arctic wetlands, showing where different types of wetlands are found, with text ‘Canada’s Pan-Arctic Wetlands Dataset’ at the top and ‘Wetland Class’ below the map, with a legend below this text with categories denoting what wetland class each colour on the map falls into.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 04/09/2026

We’re proud to welcome Enerlife Consulting Inc. to the Equal by 30 Campaign! Enerlife Consulting is an engineering company that partners with building owners and operators to implement energy efficiency measures in commercial, hospital, school, post-secondary and municipal buildings.

Un arrière-plan dans les teintes de rose, violet et bleu, avec le texte « Parité d’ici 30 ».

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 01/09/2026

Before Canadian researchers head off for fieldwork in the Arctic region, they make a special stop along the way to visit their own outfitters and travel agents! At NRCan’s Ottawa facility, the Polar Continental Shelf Program stocks everything from survival gear to snow mobiles.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 26/08/2026

Projects aren’t always about just the science for NRCan researchers! Watch our full video here: ow.ly/GkW450ZFCSc

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 20/08/2026

At the North Pole, below the ice and 4,200 meters of water, you’ll find the seafloor where sediment has been deposited for over 56 million years.

A GPS displaying a latitude of 90 degrees north, also known as the location of the North Pole.

Five Canadian flags flying off the CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent while sailing Arctic Ocean, with the Swedish Icebreaker Oden visible through mist ahead of the Louis.

The CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent beside a floe of ice, with the crew standing on the ice to the right of the Louis.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 19/08/2026

Tools like the Canadian Forest Fire Danger Rating System are crucial for wildfire management and mitigation—helping us predict how wildfires will behave and keep communities safe. Info: ow.ly/TmoC50ZBqo3 📸 Assets from Alberta provided by Alberta Wildfire

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 14/08/2026

Canadian scientists have made it to Svalbard, Norway, and are about to start the 2026 Canada-Sweden Arctic Ocean Expedition.

A photo taken from the back of the CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent, showing the Swedish icebreaker Oden trailing behind on the Arctic Ocean in icy waters.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 27/07/2026

The Canadian Coast Guard Ship Louis S. St-Laurent is en route from St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to Tromsø, Norway. When they arrive in Norway in August, the science party will begin its mission in the Arctic Ocean.

The CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent docked at St. John's, NL.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 27/07/2026

Last summer, Canadian scientists sailed the Arctic Ocean. This year, they’re doing it again!

An illustrated map, with title text 'Canada-Sweden Arctic Ocean Expedition 2025 Route' and an overview of an area of the Arctic Ocean spanning from Cambridge Bay, Canada (left) and leading to Tromso, Norway (right).

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 22/07/2026

Science takes our experts to some remarkable places. 🚢 Last week, NRCan researchers from the Geological Survey of Canada were aboard the Canadian Coast Guard Ship Amundsen off the coast of Makkovik in Labrador. There, they were collecting important information on the ocean and its seafloor!

Geological Survey of Canada employees aboard the CCGS Amundsen, standing in front of a crane and equipment.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 16/07/2026

Les 30 ans d’archives d’images satellites RADARSAT constituent désormais une seule série chronologique, grâce à laquelle les utilisateurs peuvent noter les tendances, observer les variations au fil du temps et prendre des décisions éclairées. ow.ly/ZLYs50Znvr2

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 16/07/2026

RADARSAT’s thirty-year record of imagery now works as one continuous timeline, where users can identify trends, track changes over time and make informed decisions. ow.ly/HFNO50Znvrk

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 15/07/2026

While satellite imagery can show us remote regions and track surface changes over time, it can't reveal what's happening underwater. In March, scientists from NRCan mapped Antarctica’s seabed using a multibeam echosounder to measure glacial retreat.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 09/07/2026

Welcome to the Equal by 30 Campaign, PTRC! The PTRC is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to facilitating research, development and demonstration projects to reduce carbon footprints and increase the production of subsurface energy. Learn more: ow.ly/ac6b50Zm7Si

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 08/07/2026

In 2025, Catherine Robin became Canada’s first female chief geodesist. Geodesy is the basis for how your phone, knows where you are and provides the precise timing systems that energy grids and financial networks need to stay accurate. Info: ow.ly/efkz50ZlOi4

“Geodesy and geomatics have historically been male dominated, especially with the fieldwork component. I hope my appointment shows women that there’s a pathway into this field.” — Catherine Robin, Chief Geodesist

Woman in sunglasses stands in a forest beside a concrete cylinder connected to a black box.

A white cylindrical instrument labelled “Absolute quantum gravimeter” set up indoors beside electronic equipment on a lab bench.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 08/07/2026

Lightning strikes cause about half of all wildland fires in Canada each year, but are responsible for approximately 85% of the total area burned. Info: ow.ly/FbLI50Zk0cI

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 02/07/2026

The CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent is currently docked in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, undergoing preparations for the 2026 Canada–Sweden Arctic Ocean Expedition.

The Louis S. St-Laurent, a Canadian Coast Guard Vessel, docked in St. John's, Newfoundland.

A view of a harbour in St. John's, Newfoundland off of the deck of a ship, looking out into the ocean and showing hills and equipment on deck.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 26/06/2026

NRCan geologists and Sts’ailes First Nation archaeologists have been working together to research volcanoes, map rocks that were used to make stone tools and study the landscape of southern British Columbia’s Harrison Lake watershed. ⛏️ 🔍 Info: ow.ly/xXTO50ZhI3L

A wide aerial view of the Harrison watershed with shrubs in the foreground and low mountains in the background.

Geologist in a beige vest examines a rock outcrop, holding a notebook against its surface.

Two people wearing backpacks walking down a mountainside trail with trees and a mountain range in the background.

Fossils and stones laid out on top of a paper map.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 19/06/2026

Flood hazard maps provide practical tools to help people make informed decisions about where and how they live. To discover how our scientists create these maps, read the latest Simply Science article: ow.ly/GTB750ZeK3c

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 05/06/2026

Have you ever wondered how Canada’s landscape has changed over time? GEO.ca’s environment theme compiles data from 100K+ maps to show exactly this! View and explore GEO.ca’s environment theme: ow.ly/2HeS50Z7aUl

A map of Canada, with title text 'Protected areas - Canada' and a legend displaying what the colour-coded sections of the map denote regarding protected and conserved areas.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 27/05/2026

As more EVs hit the road, Canadians are wondering if there are enough charging stations to help them get where they need to go. We spoke to an NRCan expert to get some answers. ⚡ Access the map of charging stations here: ow.ly/upR150Z4McI

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 22/05/2026

Our experts agree: EVs can help reduce driving and ownership costs for many families too. 🚗 The cost of charging an EV is 5 to 10 times lower than fueling a gasoline-powered vehicle. Find out the facts in this video ⬇️

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 15/05/2026

In celebration of #NationalMiningWeek, let’s highlight some benefits of working in the Canadian mining industry: ➡️ a high average salary ➡️ career growth opportunities ️➡️ applying science to make a difference Learn more: ow.ly/Vu6R50YZMpk

Photo of a background of purple and white rocks, with text overlay “438K Careers built in Canada’s minerals sector Start yours”

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 14/05/2026

When it comes to mining and extraction, Canada has over 55 active mines producing critical minerals, with many advanced projects under development.🪨🛠 #NationalMiningWeek #CriticalMinerals

Map of Canada showing where active mines and advanced exploration projects are located, as well as processing facilities and advanced processing projects.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 14/05/2026

Today, Minister Hodgson announced $12.4 million in funding for fourteen projects that will strengthen the forest sector in British Columbia. Learn more: ow.ly/MaIO50YZKN3

Minister Hodgson stands behind podium which reads “Building Canada Strong: Strengthening our Forest Sector – Bâtir un Canada fort : Renforcer notre secteur forestier”. Behind him are two Canadian flags. On the right stands Parm Bains, on the left stands Jake Sawatzky.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 12/05/2026

Canada is home to many critical minerals. These minerals may start in the ground, but they’re used to manufacture items we use every day!

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 12/05/2026

Today, we announced over $4.5M to deliver clean, reliable and affordable energy solutions in B.C. These Indigenous-led projects will support energy security, self-determination and economic development in the region. Info: ow.ly/gQcF50YYqNk

Haida Heritage Centre, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia with text overlay: “Supporting Indigenous-led energy solutions in B.C.”.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 08/05/2026

To mark #NationalMiningWeek, we’re hosting a series of virtual webinars on May 12–14, 1–3 p.m. ET, that will feature key updates on federal, provincial and territorial plans, strategies and programs. Register here: ow.ly/t3WA50YWzkj

Graphic with a texture of rocks as the background, with text overlay “National Mining Week 2026”

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 29/04/2026

Today, we announced the development of a transformative Nuclear Energy Strategy for Canada. Learn more: ow.ly/ct2V50YRMLS #NuclearEnergy

Darlington Nuclear Generating Station with text overlay “Nuclear Energy Strategy for Canada”

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 27/04/2026

Last week at the Empire Club of Canada, Minister Hodgson delivered a keynote address and participated in a fireside conversation titled “One Year of Nation Building: Looking Back, Moving Forward.” Info: ow.ly/uHL350YQz0X

A man onstage behind a podium at the Empire Club of Canada speaking to a crowd, with Canadian and provincial flags to his left and a projector screen displaying the stage to his right.

A man, right, and woman, left, shaking hands onstage at the Empire Club of Canada.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 24/04/2026

Today, we announced the approval of the $4B Sunrise Expansion Program pipeline project in B.C. Info: ow.ly/s6r850YP8LI

Close-up of network data flowing across a futuristic circuit background with text overlay ‘Expanding Canada’s Energy Infrastructure on the West Coast’ and Government of Canada identifiers.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 22/04/2026

We asked an NRCan expert about the change in an EV’s range in cold temperatures and how that affects the car’s reliability. Find out the facts in this video ⬇️

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 17/04/2026

The Forest Sector Transformation Task Force delivered its final report and recommendations to Minister Hodgson, following a 90-day consultation. Read the Minister’s statement here: ow.ly/apXk50YL8UX

Worker using machine at wood mill with text “Modernizing Canada’s forest sector”.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 16/04/2026

Today, Minister McKnight joined Mangrove Lithium for the ribboncutting of its new headquarters and North America’s first commercial electrochemical lithium refining facility in Delta, British Columbia. Learn more: ow.ly/ztJ050YKFAc #CriticalMinerals

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 09/04/2026

Today, Parliamentary Secretary Hogan announced a federal investment of over $4M for a new, cutting-edge wood manufacturing facility in Ontario. Learn more: ow.ly/bKMH50YGM3j

Parliamentary Secretary Hogan standing at podium at BC Council of Forest Industries’ annual convention.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 08/04/2026

Today, we announced over $11M in funding to strengthen Quebec and Canada’s growing battery and critical minerals value chains. Learn more: ow.ly/Hti650YFSIB 📷: Pierre Thibodeau

Parliamentary Secretary Claude Guay with funding recipients at the event in Candiac.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 07/04/2026

Minister Hodgson announced that through NRCan’s Science and Technology Internship Program – Green Jobs, we will create 900 employment and skills training opportunities for Canadian youth in the natural resources sector over the next two years. Learn more: ow.ly/lCYN50YF6YL

Woman wearing proper safety equipment on construction site with text “The Science and Technology Internship Program – Green Jobs”.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 31/03/2026

Last week, we announced nearly $10M in funding to Saint John Energy to improve grid capacity and reliability and ensure affordability in Saint John, New Brunswick. Learn more: ow.ly/r2HF50YBkfq

A view of Saint John’s harbour from Signal Hill with text overlay: “Supporting Grid Modernization in Saint John, NB.”

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 30/03/2026

Today, Minister Hodgson met with G7 Energy and Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to discuss efforts to support stability in global oil and gas markets in light of the conflict in the Middle East. Read more (English only): ow.ly/K6ql50YAXv6

A graphic with a dark blue and green texture background with text overlay: “Statement”.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 30/03/2026

Last week, we announced $28.9M to support 12 energy projects in carbon capture, utilization and storage; renewable energy; and regulatory innovation to make Canada a clean energy superpower. Info: ow.ly/VW0F50YAIYZ

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 25/03/2026

Minister Hodgson concluded a successful trip to Houston, Texas, for #CERAWeek 2026, where he advanced Canadian energy investment and partnerships. Learn about the events from his trip: ow.ly/LuxZ50YyTtB

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 23/03/2026

Today, Minister Hodgson opened Canada House at #CERAWeek! This pavilion will be a central hub for attendees to learn how they can partner with Canada’s world-class energy and resource sectors. Learn more about CERAWeek 2026: ow.ly/t5PT50YxLO9

Minister Hodgson unveils the Canada House pavilion at CERAWeek in Houston, Texas.

The Canada House pavilion at CERAWeek in Houston, Texas.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 20/03/2026

Next week, Minister Hodgson will be in Houston, Texas, at #CERAWeek 2026 to reinforce Canada’s energy leadership. Info: ow.ly/NCtT50YwXVM

Skyscrapers in the Financial District of Houston, Texas with text overlay: “Canadian energy on the world stage at CERAWeek 2026”.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 18/03/2026

Today, Canada and Peru signed a Memorandum of Understanding on critical minerals and sustainable mining — strengthening our role as a foreign mining investor and boosting exports to an important South American partner. Learn more: ow.ly/WQoc50YvYNC

Photo (from left to right) of Ángelo Victorino Alfaro Lombardi, Minister of Energy and Mines;
Hugo Claudio de Zela Martínez, Minister of Foreign Affairs; José María Balcázar Zelada, President of Republic of Peru; and Jean-Dominique Ieraci, Ambassador of Canada to Peru, at a signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

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Natural Resources @natural-resources.canada.ca · 17/03/2026

Scientists from the Atlantic Forestry Centre are using small, open-top greenhouses to track how rising temperatures and #wildfire effects impact the growth and survival of young trees. Learn more about the impacts of climate change on #forests: ow.ly/Kmu850YvgvM

A caribou standing in a forest next to a small worksite

The back of a black bear, standing in a forest

a small, open-top greenhouse in a forest, containing young trees

the back of a moose, standing in a forest

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