Canada and Mexico are strong North American partners, bound in friendship by enduring economic, political, social and cultural ties. Our two countries share a vision of a future in which economic prosperity and environmental protection go hand in hand.
Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, will hold a call-back with Canadian media to discuss the outcomes of his mission to Mexico.
The Honourable Jim Carr, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, is travelling to Mexico from January 31 to February 3, 2017, to reaffirm Canada and Mexico's strong North American partnership and identify areas for further cooperation, including sustainable mineral resource development, energy security and clean energy.
Modernizing the National Energy Board (NEB) will help shape the future of energy regulation in Canada and improve the environmental assessment and regulatory review of major resource projects.
Don Ferguson is a seasoned executive with 35 years in the New Brunswick Public Service, including 11 years at the Deputy Minister level. Don has considerable experience in the management of major projects.
Investing in infrastructure to support the move to a cleaner transportation system will make it easier for Canadians to choose low-carbon vehicles while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating middle-class jobs.
Canada's mineral industry is recognized globally for its innovation, environmental stewardship, Indigenous engagement and corporate social responsibility. Coupled with a stable and secure economy, this makes Canada one of the world's top destinations for exploration and mining. Mining in Canada is an essential economic driver and source of good middle-class jobs, including in remote and Indigenous communities.