About the Petroleum Industry

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About the Petroleum Industry

Canada's oil and gas industry is vitally important to Canadians.

Oil and gas:

• Employs half a million people right across the country.
• Contributes about $24 billion to governments every year to pay for essential public and social services like schools, medical care and infrastructure.
• Is the source of more than 3,000 products we use every day.
• Is exciting, diverse and rich with potential!

Learn more about Canada's oil and gas industry:

• Industry Overview
• Quick Facts
• Industry Videos
• Locations
• Safety
• Environment
• Innovation
• Economic Contributions
• Social Contributions
• The Future of the Oil & Gas Industry
• Oil and Gas Info