Canada News Centre2026-09-04T08:49:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/09/minister-hodgson-highlights-western-canadas-role-in-canadas-energy-and-economic-future.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, concluded a five-day tour across Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia, highlighting how provinces, workers, Indigenous partners, researchers and industry are positioning Canada as a global energy superpower with the strongest economy in the G7.

Natural Resources Canada2026-09-04T09:00:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/09/canada-celebrates-progress-on-the-mcilvenna-bay-mine-production-underway-jobs-created-supply-chains-strengthened.html

Located in Saskatchewan’s Flin Flon Greenstone Belt, one of Canada’s richest mineral regions, the McIlvenna Bay copper-zinc mine is one of Canada’s most significant new critical minerals mines, being developed by Eldorado Gold in close partnership with Indigenous partners. As a new source of minerals that are essential to clean energy technology, advanced manufacturing and national security, this project will strengthen Saskatchewan’s and Canada’s economic prosperity, supply chain security and industrial strength.

Natural Resources Canada2026-09-02T15:15:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/09/the-government-of-canada-extends-the-federal-fuel-excise-tax-relief-on-gasoline-diesel-and-aviation-fuels-for-canadians.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, announced that the government is extending the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027, and applying 50% of the regular excise tax rate from February 1 through March 31, 2027. This will bring down everyday costs for Canadians, including truckers and businesses in the food, agriculture, housing, construction, and delivery sectors.

Department of Finance Canada2026-09-02T13:54:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-announces-investments-to-support-saskatchewan-workers-and-businesses.html

PrairiesCan support will help defend 8 Saskatoon businesses against U.S. tariffs

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-02T13:15:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-announces-investments-to-support-saskatchewan-workers-and-businesses.html

$11.6 million for 10 projects led by 8 Saskatoon-based organizations through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI)

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-02T13:15:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-belanger-and-minister-hodgson-to-announce-federal-support-for-saskatchewan-businesses-and-workers.html

The Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, and the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural resources, will announce federal funding to support Saskatoon businesses and workers on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-01T11:00:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/canada-and-chile-advance-critical-minerals-partnership-to-diversify-trade-grow-our-economy-and-create-jobs.html

This week, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, represented Canada at the Conference of Mining Ministries of the Americas (CAMMA) in Santiago, Chile. Parliamentary Secretary Guay advanced commercial opportunities for Canadian mining companies and reinforced Canada’s position as a reliable partner of choice when it comes to secure and sustainable minerals and a globally competitive destination for investment.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-28T16:00:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/canada-attracts-a-2-billion-mining-investment-in-sudburys-craig-mine.html

Today, the Government of Canada welcomed a major milestone at Glencore Canada Corporation’s Craig Mine in Ontario with the completion of the Onaping Depth Project shaft, providing first access to nickel ore and marking an important step toward first production from the Onaping Depth Zone later this year.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-27T17:27:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/canada-invests-in-red-deers-electricity-grid-to-enhance-reliability-and-efficiency.html

Today, the Honourable Shafqat Ali, President of the Treasury Board, announced nearly $10 million in funding from Natural Resources Canada’s Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs) to modernize the City of Red Deer’s electricity system.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-24T16:00:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/canada-invests-in-renewable-natural-gas-production-in-ontario.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a federal investment of nearly $19 million for StormFisher Environmental Ltd., a subsidiary of Generate Upcycle, to expand its facility in London, Ontario. This facility, the London Digester, is the largest food waste anaerobic digestion facility in Canada that produces renewable natural gas (RNG) from municipal source-separated organics and industrial, commercial, institutional food and beverage waste.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-24T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--august-update.html

As of today, there are 582 active wildfires nationally including 31 that are out of control, with full response. In total this season, there have been 4,793 fires and 4.1 million hectares burned. Last year we saw fewer fires at this time – 4,584 fires by mid-August - but a more significant number of hectares burned – 7.7 million.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-18T14:34:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/prime-minister-carney-announces-the-largest-clean-energy-investment-in-north-american-history.html

On August 17, 2026, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, alongside the Premier of Québec, Christine Fréchette, the Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Tony Wakeham, and the CEOs of Hydro-Québec and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, announced a package including up to $10 billion in federal financial support and investments to expand clean electricity generation and transmission in Labrador through upgrades to Churchill Falls, development of the Gull Island hydroelectric project, and enabling infrastructure needed to support critical minerals development in the Labrador Trough. As part of this agreement, the federal government will guarantee the financing to develop the massive and long-discussed Gull Island power project.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-17T12:15:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-officials-to-hold-a-media-technical-briefing-on-clean-energy-projects-in-newfoundland-and-labrador-and-quebec.html

Ahead of an important announcement related to clean energy projects in Labrador, media are invited to an embargoed technical briefing held by Government of Canada officials.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-16T17:00:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/canada-invests-to-connect-quebec-critical-minerals-to-market.html

Today, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a nearly $5-million investment under the First and Last Mile Fund in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region that will help advance infrastructure essential to responsibly developing Quebec’s critical minerals, specifically First Phosphate’s Begin–Lamarche phosphate mine.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-05T10:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/strengthening-indigenous-leadership-in-british-columbias-forest-sector.html

Today, Wade Grant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced over $1.2 million in funding to Iskum Investments LP for a project that will lay the groundwork for a potential new state-of-the-art wood processing facility in coastal British Columbia that would be majority Indigenous-owned and operated and could support over 700 jobs along British Columbia’s coast.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-04T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-acts-to-protect-canadian-softwood-lumber-jobs-announces-support-to-lumber-company.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, announced that the federal government is providing $60 million loan to Arbec Bois d'œuvre Inc. through the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan facility. The funding will help the company maintain operations, transition to a business model less reliant on the United States, and limit disruption to its workforce.

Department of Finance Canada2026-07-28T12:38:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-announces-loan-support-to-millar-western-forest-products-ltd.html

Canada’s forest sector has been impacted by ongoing trade disputes, particularly between the U.S. and China, which has created weak market conditions for softwood lumber, pulp, and other forest products resulting in ongoing economic uncertainty for workers and their families.

Department of Finance Canada2026-07-27T09:38:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/building-a-stronger-maritime-electricity-grid.html

Today, on the margins of the First Ministers’ Meeting in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, the Premiers of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance Maritime Regional Electricity Co-operation and System Integration, supported by the Government of Canada. The MOU establishes a collaborative process to identify regulatory, legislative and operational opportunities for greater regional electricity planning and co-operation and to develop a shared roadmap for a more integrated electricity system in the Maritimes.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-23T09:58:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/canada-invests-in-the-prince-edward-islandnew-brunswick-interconnection-expansion-project.html

To build a stronger Maritime grid, today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $5.9 million for PEI Energy Corporation to advance the Prince Edward Island–New Brunswick Interconnection Expansion Project. This investment supports engineering studies, marine surveys, environmental assessments, stakeholder and Indigenous engagement, regulatory work and preliminary transmission route and substation design — laying the groundwork for construction by 2028.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-23T08:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/construction-begins-on-the-enbridge-sunrise-expansion-program.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced that construction has begun on the Sunrise Expansion Program in British Columbia, following the Government of Canada’s approval in April 2026.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-20T14:30:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/minister-hodgson-to-announce-significant-energy-milestone-in-british-columbia.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will announce a milestone for energy infrastructure in British Columbia.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-16T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/strengthening-and-advancing-quebecs-forest-sector-transformation.html

In partnership with the province of Quebec, the Government of Canada is taking action to address these challenges and position Quebec’s forest sector for long-term success. Today, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, highlighted over $17 million for 12 forest sector transformation projects across the province.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-14T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-to-help-strengthen-quebecs-forest-sector.html

Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will highlight recent forest sector support from the Government of Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-13T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/minister-hodgson-to-mark-milestone-in-canadapoland-energy-relationship.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will travel to Poland for the announcement of progress on a significant clean electricity project.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-09T06:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/canada-announces-first-agreement-under-new-canada-critical-minerals-accelerator.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, launched the Canada Critical Minerals Accelerator (CCMA) and announced a Strategic Investment Agreement signed by the CCMA, the Canada Growth Fund (CGF) and Teck Resources Limited (Teck). The Agreement supports expanding production capacity at Teck’s Trail Operations in British Columbia, one of the world’s largest fully integrated polymetallic smelting and refining complexes.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-07T15:36:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-hodgson-to-make-significant-mining-announcement.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a critical minerals announcement.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-03T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/minister-hodgson-to-make-electricity-announcement-in-alberta.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a funding announcement to support a cleaner, more affordable and reliable electricity grid.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-02T12:56:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canadaeuropean-commission-readout-meeting-between-the-minister-of-energy-and-natural-resources-and-commissioner-dan-jrgensen.html

On June 29, 2026, Tim Hodgson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources met with Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, in Montreal, on the margins of the International Energy Agency’s Global Conference on Energy Efficiency.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-30T12:28:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/global-leaders-advance-action-on-energy-efficiency-affordability-and-security-at-the-iea-global-conference-in-montreal.html

Today, the 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency concluded in Montreal, bringing together ministers, industry leaders and international experts to accelerate global progress on energy efficiency, security and affordability.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-30T12:00:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-hodgson-advances-canadas-mission-to-be-an-energy-superpower-at-emmc-2026.html

This week, while attending the 2026 Energy and Mine Ministers’ Conference (EMMC) in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories — the annual gathering of federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for energy and mining — the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, advanced key actions the Government of Canada is taking to strengthen our mining and energy sectors.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-26T17:56:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-takes-action-to-advance-a-stronger-grid-and-increase-reliable-affordable-energy.html

Today, following discussions at the Energy and Mines Minister’s Conference (EMMC), the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced that the federal government will prioritize financial and regulatory support for the following transmission projects.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-26T17:09:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/backgrounder-minister-hodgson-accelerates-canadas-mining-sector.html

Today, on the margins of the 2026 Energy and Mining Ministers Conference (EMMC) in Yellowknife, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced investments of up to $73 million for 12 projects from across Canada that will advance sustainable mining, strengthen Indigenous partnerships and leadership and build the infrastructure needed to connect Canadian critical minerals to global markets and diversify global trade.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-26T10:38:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-hodgson-accelerates-canadas-mining-sector.html

Canada has what the world wants and is acting with urgency to unlock the full potential of its critical minerals by building major projects quickly and responsibly in order to create a prosperous, secure future. In a more competitive and uncertain world, Canada is ready to lead as a stable and reliable supplier of the mineral resources that power clean energy, advanced manufacturing and defence.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-26T10:38:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-to-make-announcement-to-help-canadians-save-on-energy-bills.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, will make an announcement to help build a clean, affordable future for Canadians.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-26T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-invests-in-energy-innovation-and-efficiency-projects-in-alberta.html

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced over $19.4 million for 13 projects in Alberta that will advance clean energy innovation, improve reliability and enhance energy efficiency in Canada’s industrial sector.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-25T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/backgrounder-canada-invests-in-energy-innovation-and-efficiency-projects-in-alberta.html

On June 25, 2026, Parliamentary Secretary Corey Hogan announced over $19.4 million in funding for 13 projects in Alberta that will advance clean energy innovation, improve reliability and enhance energy efficiency in Canada’s industrial sector.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-25T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/ps-hogan-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html

The Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy in Calgary, Alberta.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-24T18:51:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/ps-hogan-to-announce-energy-funding-in-alberta.html

Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a funding announcement to help create jobs, reduce emissions, and support energy innovation in Alberta.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-24T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-invests-in-clean-electricity-in-british-columbia-yukon-and-the-northwest-territories.html

On June 23, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced over $16 million for five projects to support clean energy infrastructure in British Columbia, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-23T17:00:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/the-government-of-canada-invests-in-clean-electricity-in-british-columbia-yukon-and-the-northwest-territories.html

Reliable, affordable, low-emissions power is only gaining importance as electricity demand in Canada is expected to double by 2050. That is why on May 14, 2026, Canada announced a forthcoming National Electricity Strategy. This is our Team Canada plan to build a sustainable, affordable, prosperous and secure future, including in northern Canada, where access to electricity is more challenging, leading to northern and remote utility rates that are six- to ten-times higher than the national average. To that end, under the Strategy, the Government of Canada will work with territorial and Indigenous partners to support reliable, affordable electricity in the North that will secure our domestic economic and security interests and ensure an affordable future for Canadians.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-23T17:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-invests-216-million-in-first-of-its-kind-clean-energy-project-in-manitoba.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $21.6 million in federal funding for a suite of projects that will transform how electricity is generated and managed in Sayisi Dene First Nation, located in the community of Tadoule Lake in northern Manitoba.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-22T14:15:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-announces-172-million-to-support-clean-energy-projects-in-nunavut.html

Today, Lori Idlout, Member of Parliament for Nunavut, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $17.2 million in federal funding to support four remote renewable energy projects in Nunavut.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-22T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-launches-nuclear-energy-strategy.html

Building on our existing strength, today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced the release of Canada’s Nuclear Energy Strategy. A key complement to Canada’s recently released National Electricity Strategy, this new Strategy targets doubling our workforce by 2050, catalyzing billions in private investment and enabling generational investments in this key strategic asset.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-22T12:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-hodgson-to-make-nuclear-energy-announcement.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a significant announcement about Canada’s nuclear energy direction. Media availability will follow.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-19T14:19:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-chartrand-to-make-clean-energy-announcement.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a funding announcement.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-19T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/mp-idlout-to-make-clean-energy-announcement-for-nunavut.html

Lori Idlout, Member of Parliament for Nunavut, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a funding announcement.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-19T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/media-accreditation-now-open-iea-global-conference-on-energy-efficiency-in-montreal.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources; the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature; and Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), will co-host the IEA 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency on June 29–30 in Montreal, in partnership with Hydro-Québec.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-11T14:31:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-invests-in-its-first-national-geothermal-energy-roadmap.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $468,000 in funding through Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program to support the Canadian Deep Geothermal Roadmap project, led by the Canadian Deep Geothermal Coalition (CDGC).

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-11T10:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/minister-hodgson-to-deliver-keynote-at-the-2026-global-energy-show.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will give a keynote address at the 2026 Global Energy Show.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-08T11:00:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-advances-forest-sector-transformation-to-protect-jobs-and-strengthen-communities-nationwide0.html

Today, Minister Hodgson released the Task Force’s final report outlining recommendations to stabilize the sector, alongside measures to modernize operations, attract private investment, expand the use of wood in construction, increase production of value-added wood products and diversify export markets.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-03T12:23:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/06/canada-advances-forest-sector-transformation-to-protect-jobs-and-strengthen-communities-nationwide.html

On June 3, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced close to $130 million in federal funding for 56 projects across Canada that will help advance the forest sector’s transformation. These projects will support the development of new low-carbon wood technologies, expand the use of mass timber in construction, support Indigenous participation and forest-sector businesses, increase manufacturers’ capacity to add value to wood products and help diversify export markets.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-03T12:23:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/minister-hodgson-to-make-forestry-announcement.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a funding announcement to support Canada’s forest sector at the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers Meeting. Media availability will follow.

Natural Resources Canada2026-06-02T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/the-honourable-tim-hodgson-minister-of-energy-and-natural-resources-ksi-lisims-lng-offtake-agreement-announcement.html

To that end, I am extremely pleased to announce that the leading German energy utility, Securing Energy for Europe, or SEFE, has signed a new agreement to secure liquefied natural gas offtake from Ksi Lisims LNG. This marks a major milestone for this project as it advances toward its final investment decision, construction and production.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-29T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/canada-secures-first-european-lng-deal.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an agreement between Ksi Lisims LNG and SEFE (Securing Energy for Europe of Germany, bringing long term supply of low-carbon Canadian LNG to a European buyer for the first time. Under the agreement, SEFE will purchase one million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG for up to 20 years, with deliveries expected to begin by the early 2030s.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-27T12:44:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/minister-hodgson-to-make-liquefied-natural-gas-announcement0.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make an announcement regarding international energy exports.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-26T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/canada-invests-in-arctic-infrastructure-to-bring-critical-minerals-to-market-and-strengthen-northern-communities.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced more than $55 million in federal funding for two projects that will strengthen Arctic infrastructure, support export diversification and help build resilient Canadian minerals supply chains.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-20T11:30:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/canada-invests-in-arctic-infrastructure-in-northern-communities.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a funding announcement regarding critical minerals projects in Nunavut. Media availability will follow.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-18T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-to-make-a-mining-announcement-in-nunavut.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a significant mining announcement.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-15T11:10:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/minister-hodgson-completes-successful-bc-trip-focused-on-advancing-nation-building-in-partnership-with-indigenous-peoples.html

Canada is embarking upon a once-in-a-generation era of building a stronger, more secure, more sovereign nation. This offers a historic opportunity to advance reconciliation and fundamentally transform our relationship with Indigenous Peoples through collaboration, consultation and a focus on placing Indigenous ownership at the heart of natural resource development.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-15T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/enhanced-investment-co-operation-advances-efforts-around-lng-canadas-proposed-phase-2-expansion.html

Today, the Government of Canada, the Government of British Columbia and LNG Canada reached agreement on enhanced investment co-operation and actions to collectively progress closure of final items to support a potential 2026 Final Investment Decision (FID) of LNG Canada’s proposed Phase 2 expansion, a key national and provincial priority project, which was referred by the Prime Minister to the Major Projects Office in September 2025.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-14T17:30:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-british-columbias-forest-sector-to-support-jobs-and-strengthen-communities0.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a $12.4-million federal investment in 14 projects that will strengthen the forest sector in British Columbia. These projects will advance new low-carbon wood technologies; expand the use of mass timber in construction; support Indigenous groups and forest sector businesses; increase the capacity of manufacturers to add more value to wood products; and diversify Canada’s export markets for forest products.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-14T14:05:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-british-columbias-forest-sector-to-support-jobs-and-strengthen-communities.html

On May 14, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a $12.4-million federal investment in 14 projects that will strengthen the forest sector in British Columbia. These projects will advance new, low carbon wood technologies; expand the use of mass timber in construction; support Indigenous groups and forest sector businesses; increase the capacity of manufacturers to add more value to wood products; and diversify export markets for Canadian forest products.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-14T14:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/strengthening-calgarys-workforce-to-deliver-more-homes.html

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, hosted a roundtable with local community housing partners to highlight housing measures from the Spring Economic Update 2026 that will help build more homes in Calgary by growing the skilled workforce, speeding up construction and supporting modern methods of construction.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-13T17:30:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/minister-hodgson-to-make-forest-sector-announcement.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make an announcement about the federal government’s work to protect and support Canada’s forest sector.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-13T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/sixteen-tree-planting-projects-supported-in-british-columbia.html

On May 12, 2026, Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State for Nature, highlighted 16 projects across British Columbia. These projects represent an investment over $272 million through the 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program to plant more than 95 million trees that will help protect nature and biodiversity in the province by restoring critical habitats for species at risk and wildfire affected areas and by supporting Indigenous-led reforestation efforts through tree planting. All projects were approved with funding prior to the Budget 2025 announcement to wind down the 2BT program.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-12T12:40:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/strengthening-clean-power-and-infrastructure-for-british-columbias-critical-minerals-advantage.html

Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State for International Development, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, visited Nano One Materials’ Innovation Hub facility to highlight over $100 million for five projects based in British Columbia that will accelerate critical mineral development in the province’s planning, development and processing capacity across the country.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-11T12:15:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-sarai-to-make-critical-minerals-announcement-in-burnaby.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a critical minerals funding announcement. He will be joined by Wade Chang, Member of Parliament for Burnaby Central.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-08T08:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/05/minister-hodgson-and-iea-executive-director-to-participate-in-fireside-chat-on-energy-security.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will deliver remarks and take part in a fireside chat in Ottawa with International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Dr. Fatih Birol. The fireside chat will be hosted by Candace Laing, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Natural Resources Canada2026-05-04T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/the-honourable-tim-hodgson-minister-of-energy-and-natural-resources-canadian-nuclear-association-conference-ottawa-ontario.html

With a clear Strategy, backed by Team Canada and the expertise that exists in this room, Canadian nuclear energy will not only power our own homes, businesses and industry — we can power the world’s.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-29T15:46:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-commits-to-new-strategy-for-nuclear-energy.html

Today, at the Canadian Nuclear Association Conference, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced that Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is developing a transformative new Nuclear Energy Strategy for Canada, to be released by the end of 2026.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-29T10:32:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/minister-hodgson-to-speak-at-first-nations-major-projects-coalition-conference.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will deliver remarks at the opening ceremony of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-29T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/minister-hodgson-to-speak-at-canadian-association-of-energy-contractors-event.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will speak at a spring luncheon hosted by the Canadian Association of Energy Contractors.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-28T09:13:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/minister-hodgson-to-give-keynote-at-cna2026.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will deliver opening remarks at the Canadian Nuclear Association’s CNA2026 annual conference. During his speech, he will discuss the future of nuclear energy in Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-28T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-mineral-exploration-research-in-nunavut.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Craig Simailak, Government of Nunavut’s Minister of Community Services, announced $2.45 million in joint funding to support the Government of Nunavut’s research in foundational geoscience and critical mineral potential in south and central Baffin Island.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-22T13:44:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-invests-in-projects-to-strengthen-nunavuts-economy-infrastructure-and-arctic-security.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, today announced over $13 million for four projects that will have significant impacts across Nunavut. This funding, delivered through CanNor, will support initiatives in all three regions of the territory, contributing to stronger communities and sustained economic growth.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-22T11:32:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/minister-hodgson-to-deliver-keynote-speech-on-one-year-of-nation-building.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will speak at the Empire Club of Canada regarding this past year’s accomplishments and future strategic directions.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-22T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/ps-guay-to-deliver-opening-remarks-at-canadian-club-of-ottawa.html

Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make opening remarks regarding Canada’s critical minerals future at the Canadian Club of Ottawa’s event with Vale Base Metals.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-22T08:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/statement-by-the-minister-of-energy-and-natural-resources-on-the-conclusion-of-the-canadian-forest-sector-transformation-task-forces-mandate.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, issued a statement on the conclusion of the Forest Sector Transformation Task Force’s mandate.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-16T18:10:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-supports-mangrove-lithiums-next-step-in-building-a-made-in-canada-battery-supply-chain.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, joined Mangrove Lithium for the ribbon cutting of North America’s first commercial electrochemical lithium refining facility in Delta, British Columbia. The facility will produce enough battery‑grade lithium for approximately 25,000 electric vehicles per year, a major expansion in our domestic processing capacity and ability to meet lithium demand, 87 percent of which is tied to batteries, EVs and grid storage.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-16T13:15:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/ps-hogan-to-speak-at-the-energy-storage-alberta-summit.html

PS Hogan to speak at the Energy Storage Alberta Summit

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-15T12:25:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/minister-mcknight-to-make-mining-announcement.html

The Minister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of National Defence, and MP for Delta, the Honourable Jill McKnight, on behalf of the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will attend Mangrove Lithium’s ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the commissioning of North America’s first electrochemical lithium refining facility. She will also highlight recent critical mineral funding announced at the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2026 Convention.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-14T05:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-supports-new-advanced-wood-manufacturing-facility-to-strengthen-canadas-construction-supply-chain.html

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, attended the BC Council of Forest Industries’ Annual Convention, where he announced a federal investment of over $4 million under Natural Resources Canada’s Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) program for a project that will strengthen the wood construction supply chain and expand Canada’s capacity to produce high value, made-in-Canada building materials.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-09T11:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/canada-invests-in-battery-innovation-projects-in-quebec.html

Today, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources — accompanied by Member of Parliament Jacques Ramsay — announced over $11 million in funding for three projects under Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program (EIP) – Battery Industry Acceleration Call for Proposals. These investments will support innovation in battery materials and help strengthen Canada’s growing battery and critical minerals value chain, especially in Quebec, which already hosts nearly a quarter of battery firms in Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-08T12:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-in-electric-vehicles.html

On April 8, 2026, Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $11.7 million for 15 EV charging infrastructure and education projects across Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-08T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-invests-in-electric-vehicles.html

Today, Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $10.6 million for 14 EV charging infrastructure projects across Canada at the EV & Charging Expo in Toronto. These projects will install more than 1,600 chargers across Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-08T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/backgrounder-canada-invests-in-climate-competitive-jobs-for-young-people.html

On April 7, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families, announced $30 million to create 900 employment and skills training opportunities over two years for youth across the country in the natural resource sectors, including energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences and clean technology.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-07T13:00:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/04/canada-invests-in-climate-competitive-jobs-for-young-people.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families, announced $30 million to create 900 employment and skills training opportunities over two years for youth across the country in the natural resource sectors, including energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences and clean technology.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-07T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/ps-bardeesy-to-announce-funding-for-electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure.html

Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make an announcement at the EV & Charging Expo in Toronto.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-02T05:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/ps-guay-to-announce-support-for-battery-innovation-in-quebec.html

Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make an announcement on battery innovation and strengthening Canada’s critical minerals and battery value chains.

Natural Resources Canada2026-04-02T05:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/canada-invests-in-energy-innovation-to-become-a-clean-energy-superpower.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced investments totalling $28.9 million for 12 projects across Canada that will accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-27T11:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/backgrounder-canada-invests-in-energy-innovation-to-become-a-clean-energy-superpower.html

On March 27, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $28.9 million in federal funding for 12 projects across Canada that will accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies. These investments will reduce emissions, strengthen Canada’s energy systems and continue to position the country as a global leader in clean energy.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-27T11:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/the-government-of-canada-invests-nearly-10m-to-modernize-saint-johns-electricity-grid.html

Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State for the Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced nearly $10 million in federal funding to Saint John Energy to upgrade the electricity system in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-27T09:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/minister-hodgson-to-announce-investments-in-clean-energy.html

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make an announcement to support reliable, affordable energy for Canadians.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-26T05:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/canada-advances-global-energy-leadership-at-ceraweek.html

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, concluded a successful visit to CERAWeek 2026 in Houston, Texas, where he highlighted Canada’s value proposition for American and international partners as an energy superpower.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-25T15:01:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/the-honourable-minister-tim-hodgson-canadas-energy-comeback-building-an-energy-secure-world-opening-of-canada-house-cera-week-2026-houston-texas.html

The Honourable Minister Tim Hodgson “Canada’s Energy Comeback: Building an Energy-Secure World” Opening of Canada House, CERA Week 2026 Houston, Texas

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-23T12:00:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/minister-hodgson-to-travel-to-houston-texas-for-ceraweek.html

The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will travel to Houston, Texas, for CERAWeek.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-20T13:11:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/canada-and-peru-sign-agreement-to-collaborate-on-mining.html

As demand for the materials that power defence, advanced manufacturing and clean technologies accelerates, the need to work with our allies to build secure, diversified and resilient critical mineral supply chains has never been greater. Since summer 2025, the Government of Canada has signed 21 mining and critical minerals bilateral collaboration frameworks with global partners and led the creation of the G7 Critical Minerals Production Alliance, which has unlocked $18.5 billion in capital for mining projects in less than six months.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-18T11:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/minister-lightbound-and-ps-guay-to-make-a-federal-critical-minerals-announcement.html

The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a critical minerals announcement in Montreal, Quebec. He will be joined by Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, as well as by representatives from the Canada Infrastructure Bank and Export Development Canada.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-16T16:40:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/statement-from-the-minister-of-energy-and-natural-resources.html

Canada meets our IEA responsibilities through our role as a major producer and exporter of oil to the world. We are the world’s fourth-largest oil supplier and the largest within the IEA. We will support this collective action with 23.6 million Canadian barrels, produced by our industry and co-ordinated with the federal and provincial governments. Our natural gas exports will also expand in the coming months, providing additional fuel to allies around the world.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-13T16:39:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-strengthening-the-prairies-forest-sector0.html

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a federal investment of over $4.4 million for ten projects that will strengthen the forest sector in Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. These projects will advance manufacturing and processing, diversify Canada’s forest products and their export markets and support First Nation and Métis groups and forestry businesses.

Natural Resources Canada2026-03-06T13:15:49-05:00