Have Your Say on Canada's Energy, Environment and Climate Future

Official title: Examine and report on such issues as may arise from time to time relating to energy, the environment, natural resources and climate change

open Policy & Studies Economy & Jobs Environment & Climate Natural Resources
The Senate's Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is studying major issues affecting Canada's energy future. Right now, they're examining Newfoundland and Labrador's offshore oil industry and climate change impacts on the oil and gas sector. They're also reviewing budget provisions that would affect energy regulators. You can submit written briefs to influence these studies.

Why This Matters

Energy policy shapes everything from gas prices to job opportunities in resource communities. These Senate studies could influence how Canada balances oil and gas development with climate goals. If you work in energy, live in a resource-dependent region, or care about climate action, this is your chance to be heard by lawmakers.

What Could Change

Senate committee reports can recommend new laws or policy changes. These studies could lead to recommendations on offshore drilling regulations, climate targets for the oil and gas sector, or changes to how energy projects get approved. Budget Bill C-15 provisions being studied would affect the Canada Energy Regulator and Major Projects Office.

Key Issues

  • How should Canada manage Newfoundland and Labrador's offshore petroleum industry?
  • What should Canada's approach be to climate change and the oil and gas industry?
  • Should Budget Bill C-15 provisions affecting energy regulators be approved?

How to Participate

  1. Review the committee's current studies to understand what topics are being examined.
  2. Watch past meetings on SenParlVU to see what witnesses have said and what questions senators are asking.
  3. Submit a written brief by email to enev@sen.parl.gc.ca or by mail to the committee address.

Key Documents