Indigenous Peoples and Natural Resources
Natural Resources Canada collaborates with Indigenous Peoples in the management of sustainable natural resources. This relationship is empowered by the rights, cultures and knowledge of Indigenous Peoples.
Services and information
Reconciliation and natural resources
Partnering with Indigenous Peoples, communities, and businesses to build an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient natural resource sector in Canada.
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act at NRCan
How NRCan is implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
Partnering in mining activities
Identifying mining agreements with Indigenous communities in Canada.
Aboriginal land claims boundaries
Affirming our commitment to defining the extent of land negotiated within comprehensive land claims.
National Benefits-Sharing Framework
As part of its commitment to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, NRCan is developing a National Benefits-Sharing Framework.
Ethics for Research Involving Indigenous Peoples and Territories
Science and research for reciprocal relationships and positive outcomes for Indigenous Peoples.
Modernization of the Canada Lands Surveys Act
Engaging with Indigenous Peoples, governments and organizations on modernizing the Act.
Programs and funding
Clean Fuels Fund - production capacity
Funding for clean fuel production capacity projects led by Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Clean energy in Indigenous, rural and remote communities
Funding to advance climate action through local economic development led by Indigenous communities.
Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund – Indigenous Grants
Funding Indigenous engagement and skill building in clean energy and transportation projects that support critical minerals development.
2 Billion Trees
Partnering with provinces, territories, organizations, and Indigenous governments to plant trees over 10 years.
Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations
Enhancing regulatory efficiency inclusive of Indigenous governing bodies throughout the project lifecycle.
Indigenous Natural Resources Partnerships Program
Working with Indigenous organizations to develop natural resource projects that support the transition to clean energy.
Sistering Indigenous and Western Science Program
A paid mentorship program to increase inclusion of women and Indigenous Peoples in scientific disciplines and research.
Trans Mountain Expansion Project Accommodation Measures
Measures developed to address recommendations by and in consultation with Indigenous groups.
Survey Capacity Development Program
The Surveyor General Branch supports First Nation Land Management communities wishing to advance their knowledge and experience in land survey and related areas by providing hands-on in-community training through a catalogue of training options.
Geoscience for the North: GEM-GeoNorth
Our research above the 55th parallel can help you assess the potential of geological and mineral resources, conduct environmental assessments and make land-use decisions.
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