Press Release Department: Federal - Natural Resources Canada

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources David Anderson (Cypress Hills-Grassland, SK) congratulated the recipients of the Canadian Industry Program for Energy Conservation Leadership awards for their innovation in energy efficiency. The awards celebrate the achievements of Canada's industrial companies and raise awareness that energy efficiency improves the bottom line and contributes to a cleaner environment. … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) announced the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia and the federal Government are committed to the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project. Oliver said the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric generation facility and the three transmission projects will provide significant economic benefits to the Atlantic region and will … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) delivered an address at the Manning Foundation for Democratic Education's National Policy Dialogue. Oliver highlighted Canada's innovation and smart regulation for major resource projects. Oliver outlined Canada's advantage in the world due to its wealth of natural resources. Oliver explained how innovation and smart regulation are essential for Canada … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) delivered a keynote address for Mining Day on the Hill. Oliver focused on the importance of the mining industry to the country's economic well-being. This event was co-led by the Economic Club of Canada and the Mining Association of Canada. Oliver underlined the fact that the mining industry … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) highlighted the many business opportunities provided by Canada's vast energy sector during a speech to the Ontario Energy Association. The Minister underlined the fact that the energy sector has been and will continue to be a major contributor to the economic stability of Ontario and Canada. Oliver said … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) wrapped up his three-day trip to Japan with a visit to the Tohoku region, where he toured the city of Sendai's newly reconstructed port and commemorated the arrival of the first shipment of Canadian lumber since the March 11 earthquake and tsunami. Oliver also toured a temporary housing … Read more

While in Tokyo, Japan, Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) made a statement regarding the Keystone XL pipeline and Canada's energy industry. Oliver said the government is disappointed with the decision to delay approval of the Keystone XL pipeline. The full release is available online. Call 613-996-2007. Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON), … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) toured the Jinqiao Wood Townhouse Demonstration Project in Shanghai. Oliver took this opportunity to highlight the many benefits of Canadian wood-frame construction expertise for China. China is now Canada's second-largest trading partner and represents the fastest growing export market for Canadian wood products. The full release is available … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) spoke at a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the completion of the wood-framing stage of the Tianjin Economic Development Area Wood-Frame Demonstration Project. Oliver said the collaboration between Canada and China was essential for the success of the demonstration project. The joint Canada-China project was built using Canadian wood products, … Read more

Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) and Norwegian Minister of Petroleum and Energy Ola Borten Moe signed a joint statement on cooperation in the energy sector. The Ministers met as part of Minister Borten Moe's three-day visit to Canada. Ministers and officials from the two countries will regularly meet to share expertise and seek … Read more