Nature: A driver of economic activity

Articles and reports: 16-508-X2025002
Description: This fact sheet presents gross domestic product (GDP) data at the sub-drainage area geography. It outlines the way that natural resources and biophysical features throughout Canada help determine which industries will thrive in various areas across the country. It uses experimental mapped GDP data that shows the relationship between the environment and human activity. This article examines industries such as oil and gas, mining, electricity generation, agriculture, forestry, sight-seeing transportation, and accommodation and restaurants.
Issue Number: 2025002
Frequency: Occasional
Author(s): Bone, Allison; Howe, Adam
Main Product: Environment Fact Sheets
Format Release date More information
HTML October 2, 2025
PDF October 2, 2025