Fraser Institute: First Nations ownership in smaller-scale energy projects key to success
Press Release June 22, 2021 CALGARY—To increase Indigenous ownership in the oil industry, First Nations should focus on small and medium-sized projects rather than mega-projects that require massive assistance from…
New survey shows trust in the courts to settle disputes related to energy projects and climate policy is not strong
Press Release OTTAWA, ON, May 31, 2021 – The University of Ottawa’s Positive Energy program released new survey results showing that a large segment of the Canadian public does not trust the…
Research funders face a delicate balancing act amid limited resources and multiplying priorities
Press Release May 4, 2021 – Ottawa, ON Research funding agencies around the world are testing creative approaches to address urgent needs while laying the foundation for discoveries that will…
NCC writes letter to the Alberta Coal Policy Engagement Committee supporting the Metallurgical Coal Mining Industry in Alberta and BC
Press Release Dear Mr. Wallace, Re: Coal Policy Engagement I am writing to you on behalf of the National Coalition of Chiefs to express our support for metallurgical coal mining…
Why the Oil Sands aren’t going anywhere and how Investment and Production Benefit Canada
Press Release OTTAWA, ON (April 29, 2021): While blue-collar work is being devastated in much of the rest of the Western world, Canada’s natural resource sector continues to be a…
AER: Bulletin 2021-15 – Invitation for Feedback on New Water Conservation Policy Manual
Press Release April 20, 2021 We are seeking feedback on the draft Manual XXX: Water Conservation Policy for Upstream Oil and Gas Operations. The manual provides guidance for Water Act…
Engaging with Albertans on a modern coal policy
Press Release Alberta has appointed an independent committee to lead a comprehensive public engagement to inform the development of a modern coal policy. The Coal Policy Committee, comprised of Albertans…
The Limits of Our Knowledge: Tracking the Size and Scope of Police Involvement with Persons with Mental Illness
Press Release Established by the President of the Royal Society of Canada in April 2020, the RSC Task Force on COVID-19 was mandated to provide evidence-informed perspectives on major societal…
Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy update
Press Release Joint news release with Council of Yukon First Nations The Government of Yukon and Council of Yukon First Nations welcomed implementation of the first phase of the Yukon…
Over Half of Indigenous Peoples in Canada are On Guard to Experiences of Bias
Press Release Leaders can positively influence experiences of Indigenous employees. February 10, 2021 – A study from Catalyst, Building Inclusion for Indigenous Peoples in Canadian Workplaces, found 52% of Indigenous…
