Canada Government Links

National Research Council 
NRC, Canada's premier science and technology research organization, is a leader in scientific and technical research, the diffusion of technology and the dissemination of scientific and technical information.

National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy 
The Introduction page for the National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy links to an Index page. The Index page has links to: What's New, Web Links, Publications, Information and E-Mail.

Natural Resources Canada 
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is a federal government department specializing in the sustainable development and use of natural resources, energy, minerals and metals, forests and earth sciences. At NRCan, we deal with natural resource issues that are important to Canadians. We look at these issues from both a national and international perspective, using our expertise in science and technology, policy and programs. How we manage our land and resources today will determine the quality of life for Canadians both now and in the future.

Canadian Forest Service 
The Canadian Forest Service promotes the sustainable development of Canada's forests and competitiveness of the Canadian forest sector.

Earth Sciences Sector 
Earth Sciences Sector - expertise at the service of Canadians to access, understand, and use Earth science information to deal with economic, environmental, and social changes.

Geological Survey of Canada 
The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is a part of the Earth Sciences Sector of Natural Resources Canada. The GSC is Canada's premier agency for geoscientific information and research, with world-class expertise focusing on geoscience surveys, sustainable development of Canada's resources, environmental protection, and technology innovation.

Geomatics Canada 
The Welcome page of Geomatics Canada which is part of Natural Resources Canada provides links to Products and Services, Centres and Divisions, Other Information and Quick List. In addition there are links tl: Geomatics in the Era RADARSAT, Inter-Agency Committee on Geomatics, Excellence in Geomatics. Finally, there is a paragraph expaining the relationship of Geomatics Canadad to The Geological Survey of Canada (GCS) and the Polar Continental Shelf Project which are all part of theEarth Sciences Sector or Natural Resources Canada.

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada 
NSERC's role is to make investments in people, discovery and innovation for the benefit of all Canadians. We invest in people by supporting more than 9,000 students in their advanced studies. We promote discovery by funding more than 8,700 researchers every year. And we help make innovation happen by encouraging more than 1,000 Canadian companies to invest in university research.

Northern Pipeline Agency Canada 
The Northern Pipeline Agency (NPA) was created with the proclamation of the Northern Pipeline Act in April 1978, to oversee planning and construction of the Canadian portion of the Alaska Highway Gas Pipeline Project by the Foothills Group of Companies. Pending resumption of planning and construction of the pipeline, the only office in the Agency that is staffed is the Office of the Commissioner, which maintains a small support staff.

Office of the Auditor General 
An independent audit office serving Parliament and the well-being of Canadians, widely respected for the quality and impact of our work.

Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada 
The Information Commissioner investigates complaints from people who believe they have been denied rights under the Access to Information Act. Canada's freedom of information legislation. An independant ombudsman appointed by Parliament, the Information Commissioner has strong investigative powers. He mediates between dissatisfied applicants and government institutions.

Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada 
The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) is the primary regulator of federally chartered financial institutions and federally administered pension plans. OSFI's mission is to safeguard policy holders, depositors and pension plan members from undue loss. OSFI supervises and regulates all banks, and all federally incorporated or registered trust and loan companies, insurance companies, cooperative credit associations, fraternal benefit societies and pension plans.

Patented Medicine Price Review Board 
The Introduction page of the Patented Medicine Price Review Board links to a menu page which as links to: Mandate and Powers and Mission and Values of the PMPRB.

Prime Minister's Office 
The Home Page for the Prime Minister's Office opens with a photograph of Jean Chretien the Prime Minister of Canada. The bilingual Home Page links to menu page where there are links to: What's New, Prime Minister, Fact Sheets, News Releases and Prime Ministers Speeches. This web site is available in graphics or text format.

Privacy Commissioner of Canada 
The Welcome page of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada begins with a link to the 1995-96 Annual Report. There are additional links on this page to: Privacy Commissioner, Privacy Act, What we do, How to reach us, Publications, What's new, Other privacy protection in Canada and Conference 96 which includes a link to the Post Conference Website - Speeches. The last link is to Other Interesting Sites.

Public Service Commission of Canada 
The PSC is an independent agency responsible for safeguarding the values of a professional Public Service: competence, non-partisanship and representativeness.

Revenue Canada 
The Introduction page of Revenue Canada leads to a menu of links. The menu page has links to: README: About Revenue Canada's Internet Service, What's New, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's), Publications, Guides and Forms, Small Busines Page, New Releases and Speeches, Tax Statistics and Other Resources.

Royal Canadian Mint 
The Royal Canadian Mint - making coins for Canada and the world since 1908.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police 
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is the Canadian national police service and an agency of the Ministry of the Solicitor General of Canada. The RCMP is unique in the world since it is a national, federal, provincial and municipal policing body. We provide a total federal policing service to all Canadians and policing services under contract to the three territories, eight provinces (except Ontario and Quebec), approximately 198 municipalities and, under 172 individual agreements, to 192 First Nations communities.

Security Intelligence Review Committee 
The proposal to establish a civilian security agency originated with two Royal Commissions: the Mackenzie Commission which reported in 1969 and the McDonald Commission in 1981. The McDonald Commission had been created in 1977 after it became public that the Security Service of the RCMP may have been involved in illegal or improper activities.

Solicitor General Canada 
The Solicitor General Portfolio is responsible for protecting Canadians and helping to maintain Canada as a peaceful and safe society.

Standards Council of Canada 
The Standards Council of Canada is the focal point for standardization and conformity assessment in Canada. We don’t develop standards or verify the conformity of products or services to standards, but we accredit the organizations that do. We also approve National Standards of Canada, represent Canada in international standards forums, and serve as Canada’s best source for standards information.

Statistics Canada 
The Introduction page for Statistics Canada leads to a Start Page. The Start Page consists of a frame where an Index of links is provided and informations section where a menu of links is available. The indexed links are: Home, About STC, Regional Offices, Search, Order, Comments and French. The information section provides links to: The Land, The People, The Economy, The State and Latest News from Statistics Canada. Further down the information part of the page there are links to: What's New!, Virtual Library, Internet Services at Statistics Canada and Electronic Marketplace. Additional links offered on this page include: Other Canadian Government Servers and Other Statistical Web Servers. This site is available in graphics or text format.

Transport Canada 
Our vision: The best transportation system for Canada and Canadians.

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat 
The Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) is a central government agency. In this capacity, its mission is to help the Government of Canada manage its human, financial, information and technology resources. The TBS Internet site is the gateway to policies, directives, regulations and other documents that provide information, advice and guidance to federal departments. We invite you to visit our site to find out more about TBS and what we have to offer. Your feedback is welcomed

Veterans Affairs Canada 
This site is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of Canadian veterans, to providing information on programs and services for those veterans, Canadian Forces members, qualified civilians and their families, and finally, to all Canadians, young and old – especially those whose lives have been touched by the conflicts of the past and those who desire to learn more about the sacrifices that helped build Canada.

VIA - Canada's Passenger Train Network 
The Introduction page for VIA - Canada's Passenger Train Network links to menu and information page. The first part of the menu has links to: VIA PREFERENCE - the right track and VIA RESERNET: Book your travel online!, Then there is an information section followed by link called Canada by train and a linked map of Canada indicating various passenger rail routes. When you click on any of the communities that have links you are taken to a regional map indicating the rail routes that service the community and the distances to various other communities on the rail route. Below the map there are icon and text links to: "Extra!Extra!", Schedules, Fares, Reservations, Student, News releases, Maps, "Keep in touch" and Electronic Brochure. This web site can be viewed in graphics or text format.

Western Economic Diversification Canada 
Better known as just WD, our mandate is to promote the development and diversification of the economy of Western Canada and to advance the interests of the West in national economic policy

Yukon Territory Water Board 
The Yukon Territory Water Board was established by the Northern Inland Waters Act in 1970, which was replaced by the Yukon Waters Act in 1993.

Government of Canada 
This website provides the entrance to Government of Canada web sites. Viewers have a choice of proceeding to additional web sites in either French or English

The Atlas of Canada 
The Atlas of Canada Web site will provide the most interesting, dynamic and comprehensive collection of maps and related information about Canada available anywhere on the Internet, with effective and intuitive tools for users to access them.

Canadian Heritage 
Canadian Heritage is responsible for national policies and programs that promote Canadian content, foster cultural participation, active citizenship and participation in Canada's civic life, and strengthen connections among Canadians.

Government Overview 
The About Government section provides links to information on the structure and functions of the Government of Canada.

Federal Organizations 
This comprehensive list provides direct links to the primary Web sites of Government of Canada departments, agencies and Crown corporations, as well as links to Web sites maintained by organizations for which various departments and agencies are responsible.

Canada's Parliament 
The Parliamentary Internet site provides a wide variety of information about the Parliament of Canada. There are an FAQ and What's New sections as well as Visitor Information, Senators and Members, Education and Reference Information, Parliamentary Business and Publications and a link to the Parliamentary Gopher site where you can obtain text documents.

Communications Canada 
Improving communications between the Government of Canada and Canadians.

Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trad 
We promote Canadian security, prosperity and values abroad.

The Canadian Passport 
The Passport Office is defined by the Canadian Passport Order, and is charged with the issuing, revoking, withholding, recovery and use of Canadian passports. It provides guidance to missions issuing passports abroad and supervises all matters relating to Canadian travel documents.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada 
To prosper in the 21st century, Canadian agriculture must lead the world in food safety, innovation and environmentally- responsible production. Together with farmers, the broader agri-food industry and consumers, governments are working to develop an action plan to help Canadian agriculture meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of a new century.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency 
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is a federal government agency. Headquartered in the Atlantic Region, ACOA's goal is to improve the economy of Atlantic Canadian communities through the successful development of business and job opportunities.

Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) 
AECL is a global nuclear technology and engineering company that designed and developed the CANDU nuclear power reactor, as well other advanced energy products and services. We support our customers over the entire plant life cycle with R&D, nuclear services, design and engineering—to construction management, specialist technology and waste management and decommissioning.

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) 
The Business Development Bank of Canada is a financial institution wholly owned by the government of Canada. BDC plays a leadership role in delivering financial and consulting services to Canadian small business, with a particular focus on technology and exporting.

BDC's debt obligations, secured by the Government of Canada, are issued to the public and private sector institutions

Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation 
The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) is a federal Crown Corporation. It was created in 1967 to provide deposit insurance and contribute to the stability of Canada's financial system. CDIC insures eligible deposits at member institutions (up to $60,000 per depositor) and reimburses depositors for the amount of their insured deposits when a member institution fails.

Canada Lands Company Limited 
Canada Lands Company is a Crown Corporation which has been established to manage and create value from certain surplus Federal properties on behalf of the Government of Canada. Represented by professionals experienced in marketing, sales and property management, their entrepreneurial approach to real estate ensures tremendous benefits for both the communities the Company serves and the Government of Canada. The Home Page provides links to What's New, Properties, City Place and Contact Information. Visitors to the Home Page are encouraged to Read and Sign the CLC Guestbook, read the Canada Lands Company Limited Annual Report and learn about what is happening at the Downsview Project.

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation 
Government of Canada national housing agency, helping Canadians get access to a wide choice of quality affordable homes.

Canada Pension Plan 
This is the Home Page for the Canada Pension Plan Federal/Provincial/Territorial CPP Consultations. After choosing between French and English the visitor is taken to a page where they can get information about the Principle to Guide Federal-Provincial Decisions on the Canada Pension Plan, General information, News Releases and a Schedule of Public Meetings. There are also links to Publicatins such as An Information Paper for Consultations on the Canada Pension Plan, The Canada Pension Plan: Basic Facts and a Report on the Canada Pension Plan Consultations. Finally there is a link to Ontario's CPP Consultations.

Canada Post Corporation 
The Introductory Page for Canada Post Corporation links to either English or French web sites. The English Home Page offers links to What's New, Postal Services, Postal Rates, For the Collector, Sales and Service, Post Office Locations, Electronic Services, Business Centre, Direct Marketing Centre, Corporate Overview and Hot Links. There is also a link that allowes visitors Lookup postal codes for addresses throughout Canada.

Canadian Commercial Corporation 
As Canada's export contracting agency, the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) brings buyers and Canadian exporters together through contracts built on the best possible terms and conditions. Since our inception, we've provided assistance to thousands of companies from across Canada, helping them close more than $30 billion in win-win deals with foreign governments and private sector buyers.

Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency 
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency promotes environmental assessment as a planning tool to protect and sustain a healthy environment and to meet the expectations of Canadians who want a growing economy in harmony with a healthy environment.

Canadian Grain Commission 
The Introductory Page of the Canadian Grain Commission leads to a Main Page where visitors can select links such as Who We Are, What's New, News and Views, Services, Publications, Quality Data, Canadian Grain, Other Resources, About This Site and Search This Site

Parks Canada 
On behalf of the people of Canada, we protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage and foster public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations.

Sport Canada 
The Welcome page of Sport Canada provides the option of French or English versions of the web site. Once a language selection is made a page offering links in colourful graphics form is provided. The links available include: What is Sport Canada, Sport Canada Programs and Policies, Organization of Sport Canada, Major Games, Sport Facts and What's New. There are also links to Selected Papers and Publications, News Releases and Other Canadian Sport Links. Special links have been established titled Canadians in Atlanta the results and Web Awards won by this site.

Canadian International Development Agency 
CIDA supports sustainable development activities in order to reduce poverty and to contribute to a more secure, equitable and prosperous world.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal 
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (the Tribunal) is an administrative tribunal operating within Canada’s trade remedies system. It is an independent quasi-judicial body that carries out its statutory responsibilities in an autonomous and impartial manner and reports to Parliament through the Minister of Finance.

Canadian Museum of Nature 
The Canadian Museum of Nature is more than a natural history museum that creates and develops exhibitions for public viewing. Behind our public face is a vibrant, multi-layered, multi-faceted organization composed of research scientists, collection specialists, education and multimedia specialists, and innovators.

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission 
The CRTC is an independent agency responsible for regulating Canada's broadcasting and telecommunications systems. We report to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage

Canadian Security Intelligence Service 
CSIS is a government agency dedicated to protecting the national security interests of Canada and safeguarding its citizens. The main objective of the Service is to investigate and report on threats to the security of Canada, an objective that it pursues while respecting the law and protecting human rights. CSIS is unique in its role as the Government of Canada’s principal advisor on national security.

Canadian Space Agency 
Through a wide range of programs, products and services, the Canadian Space Agency and its many partners are helping to improve the climate for economic growth and job creation by: increasing Canada's share of global trade; improving conditions for investment; improving Canada's innovation performance; making Canada the most connected country in the world; and building a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace

Canadian Transportation Agency 
Our mission is to administer transportation legislation and government policies to help achieve an efficient and accessible transportation system by education, consultation and essential regulation.

Communications Security Establishment 
CSE collects foreign intelligence that can be used by the government for strategic warning, policy formulation, decision-making and day-to-day assessment of foreign capabilities and intentions.

Competition Tribunal 
The Registry's site contains information regarding the Competition Tribunal, its origins, the legislation, applications filed, and the full text of selected decisions issued by the Tribunal since November 29, 1990, as well as current and new activities.

Correctional Service Canada 
Learn about the Correctional Service of Canada, our mission, and how we operate; get to know our Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners through the profiles page; obtain access to our publications, to facts, statistics and other information about corrections in Canada.

Elections Canada 
Elections Canada is the non-partisan agency responsible for the conduct of federal elections and referendums.

Department of Fisheries and Oceans 
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for policies and programs in support of Canada's economic, ecological and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters; for the conservation and sustainable utilization of Canada's fisheries resources in marine and inland waters; for leading and facilitating federal policies and program on oceans; and for safe effective and environmentally sound marine services responsive to the needs of Canadians in a global economy.

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Great Lakes Pilotage Authority Canada 
As a result of recommendations made by a Royal Commission on Pilotage in Canada, the Pilotage Act was assented to by Her Majesty and the Governor-in-Council and proclaimed in force February 1, 1972.
The Pilotage Act created four pilotage regions with specific authorities, thereby replacing a large number of local pilotage districts. The four Pilotage Authorities - Atlantic, Laurentian, Great Lakes and Pacific - are Crown corporations, responsible to Parliament through the Minister of Transport.

The Great Lakes Pilotage Authority, Ltd. was established in February 1972 pursuant to the Pilotage Act, incorporated as a limited company in May 1972, and was continued under the Canada Business Corporations Act. Until October 1st, 1998, it operated under the name of Great Lakes Pilotage Authority, Ltd. Pursuant to the Marine Act, which received Royal Assent on June 11 1998, the name of the Authority was changed to Great Lakes Pilotage Authority and the Authority is deemed to have been established under subsection 3(1) of the Pilotage Act. The Authority is a Crown corporation listed in Schedule III, Part I of the Financial Administration Act. On October 1st, 1998, the Authority ceased to be a subsidiary of the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority and has initiated a process to surrender its charter under the Canada Business Corporations Act.

Human Resources Development Canada 
At Human Resources Development Canada our mission is to enable Canadians to participate fully in the workplace and the community. We fulfill this through our action agenda (Business Plan) as we deliver a wide variety of programs and services in more than 320 offices across the country.

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 
INAC is responsible for two separate yet equally important mandates: Indian and Inuit Affairs and Northern Affairs. This broad mandate is derived largely from the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development Act, the Indian Act, territorial acts and legal obligations arising from section 91(24) of the Constitution Act, 1867; however, the department is responsible for administering over 50 statutes in total.1 Consequently, INAC’s mandate is complex and its responsibilities encompass a broad range of services

Industry Canada 
This site is all about Industry Canada. Through its programs and services, the department is helping to build a dynamic and innovative economy where all Canadians have the opportunity to benefit from more and better-paying jobs, stronger business growth, and a marketplace that is fair, efficient and competitive.

Canadian Artists and Producers Professional Relations Tribunal 
The Canadian Artists and Producers Professional Relations Tribunal's role is to contribute to Canada's cultural community by encouraging constructive professional relations between artists, as independent entrepreneurs, and producers in the federal jurisdiction.

Department of Justice Canada 
The people of the Department of Justice work to ensure that Canadians enjoy a justice system that is fair, accessible and efficient. We help the federal government to develop policy and to make and reform laws as needed. At the same time, we serve Canadians by acting as the Government's law firm.

The National Archives of Canada 
The Welcome page of The National Archives of Canada opens with an interesting illustration that captures the esence of the web site. From the choice of languages visitors are linked to a menu page where they can connect with What's New, Want to know about the National Archives?, Genealogy research, Other research and services, Boutique and Exhibitions.

National Energy Board 
The National Energy Board is an independent federal agency that regulates several aspects of Canada's energy industry. Its purpose is to promote safety, environmental protection and economic efficiency in the Canadian public interest while respecting individuals’ rights within the mandate set by Parliament in the regulation of pipelines, energy development and trade.

National Film Board of Canada 
Created in 1939, the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is a public agency that produces and distributes films and other audiovisual works which reflect Canada to Canadians and the rest of the world. It is an exceptional fountain of creativity, which since its very beginnings has played a crucial role in Canadian and international filmmaking. Its founder and the first Government Film Commissioner, John Grierson, wanted to make the NFB the "eyes of Canada" and to ensure that it would "through a national use of cinema, see Canada and see it whole: its people and its purpose."

National Museum of Science and Technology 
The Welcome page of the National Museum of Science and Technology offers links to its own site as well as the National Aviation Museum and the Agriculture Museum. The Index page of the National Museum of Science and Technology links to an Introduction page which offers connections to: About the museum, Educational Programs, Exhibits, Behind the Scenes, Research Resources and Exploring the Collection. The rest of the Introduction page provides background information about the museum. A graphics capable browser is recommended.

National Aviation Museum 
The Welcome page of the National Aviation Museum links to a HomePage . The HomePage offers links to: About the Museum, Exploring the Collection, Research Toolkit, Just Plane Fun and School Stuff. A graphics capable browser is recommended.