Canada’s homes, communities, and industries — fuelled by natural gas

Find out why natural gas and its infrastructure are the foundation of Canada’s energy future.
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What is natural gas?

Natural gas is a naturally occurring resource found throughout Canada. The main producing regions are Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, with smaller production hubs in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

Natural gas is brought to the surface, processed, and distributed via 570,000 kilometres of underground infrastructure to fuel the lives of Canadians, from keeping us warm to helping us cook dinner for our families.

In addition to underground natural gas supplies, there are growing volumes of lower emission renewable gases in Canada, including hydrogen and renewable natural gas, which are contributing to a cleaner future for Canadians.

Did you know natural gas is…

An abundant Canadian resource

An abundant Canadian resource

Canada’s stable and growing supply of natural gas resources will last us for centuries.

Budget-friendly

Budget-friendly

Households that use natural gas for space and water heating save up to $2,000 a year compared to other heating sources.

Low-emission energy

Low-emission energy

Natural gas produces fewer emissions and air pollutants than any other fuel.

Virtually inexhaustible

Virtually inexhaustible

Canada’s massive natural gas supply is a versatile energy source that goes way beyond BBQs and furnaces.

There when you need it

There when you need it

Rain, snow, and everything in between — over 20million Canadians rely on natural gas every day.

Fuelling the future

Fuelling the future

New technology makes natural gas a sustainable energy choice for the future.

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Fuelling your home

Natural gas heats our living spaces, fuels our backyard BBQs and is used to generate electricity for our smartphones and televisions. Learn more about the ways natural gas fuels our homes.

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Driving innovation for a
cleaner future

See how Canadians are developing energy solutions to make the natural gas industry greener, cleaner, and more efficient.

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Resources

The CGA Playbook

Explore the Canadian Gas Association’s guide to the industry and its priorities in Canada.

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Natural Resources Canada

Learn more facts about Canada’s natural gas industry and how it ranks on an international scale.

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Natural Gas Innovation Fund

Find out how the Natural Gas Innovation Fund supports clean innovation for natural gas.

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Facts about Canadian natural gas

Share these facts to help raise awareness and show your support for the natural gas industry.

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In 2020, Canadian natural gas was available all year round.

Division of labour isn't just for the workplace

Natural gas can save you up to $2,000 in annual energy costs.