Young Canadians for Resources

Innovation, Opportunity, Impact.

Join a community of young Canadians who are taking action to evaluate all perspectives concerning natural resources in Canada.

Our Values

Think Big. Act Bigger.

Education

YCR is for young people of every background. We connect through our shared desire to learn more about Canada’s resources and how it affects our lives.

Career Development

We help students and young professionals find jobs in natural resources and gain valuable workplace skills.

Advocacy

Share your skills, ideas, and experiences to help us find where PEOPLE and PROSPERITY can co-exist.

Canada is a major producer of natural resources.

We should be PROUD!

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Recent Blog Posts

Learn more about YCR and common questions that we are asked.

Blog Posts

Top 5 Careers in the Marine Resources/ Fisheries Industry

The Canadian marine resources and fisheries industry is a cornerstone of the Canadian economy and way of life for the

December 23, 2024

Blog Posts

2025 Key Trends in Canada’s Energy and Natural Resources Sectors

As we look ahead to 2025, there are a few key trends in Canada’s energy and natural resources sectors that

December 19, 2024

Blog Posts

Top 5 Careers in the Water/Wastewater Industry

To meet the growing water demand, there needs to be spots filled for various types of positions in the water

December 12, 2024

Blog Posts

How AI is Changing the Energy Game: What We Need to Know

AI is everywhere, helping us with everything from binge-watching our favourite Netflix shows to driving our Honda-Civics. But did you

November 26, 2024

Blog Posts

Empowering Indigenous Communities: The Rise of Investment in Natural Resources

In recent decades, Indigenous communities have been making significant progress by investing in a range of infrastructure projects, including oil

November 14, 2024

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Is a Career in Skilled Trades Safe?

The skilled trades sector is facing many problems: a shortage of youth with sufficient skillsets entering these professions, an aging

October 31, 2024

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