Coal is a Vital Canadian Resource
The Voice of Canada's Coal Industry Since 1906
A not-for-profit industry association representing 850+ member companies and 42,000 workers — from mining and production to rail, port, and terminal transportation across the coal supply chain.
Become a Member →"Steelmaking coal is essential to building bridges, transit systems, wind turbines, medical supplies and the infrastructure that underpins everyday life."
Programs & Services
What the CAC Does for the Industry
Government Advocacy
Lobbying for met coal's designation as a critical mineral.
Advocating at provincial and federal levels on energy, environment, taxation, transportation, and international trade — including the campaign to designate metallurgical coal as a Canadian critical mineral.
Meet Coal Campaign
Educating Canadians about metallurgical coal.
A public education initiative explaining the difference between metallurgical and thermal coal — and the essential role steelmaking coal plays in building bridges, transit systems, wind turbines, and critical infrastructure.
Annual Conference
September 30 – October 2, 2026 — Pan Pacific Vancouver.
The flagship gathering for Canada's coal industry — connecting producers, rail operators, port terminals, equipment suppliers, government officials, and trading companies under one roof.
Student Scholarships & Internships
$5,000 scholarships + paid summer internships at Conuma Resources.
Building the next generation of mining professionals — two annual scholarships (trades and engineering) paired with hands-on summer internship placements at metallurgical coal operations near Tumbler Ridge, BC.
Award of Distinction
Recognizing exceptional contributions since 2012.
An annual honour celebrating individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Canadian coal industry — from sustainability pioneers to operational leaders.
Community Champions Awards
Honouring member companies that give back since 2018.
Recognizes coal companies making significant contributions to the communities where they operate — judged by an independent panel and honoured at the annual conference.
By the Numbers
Canada's Coal Industry
47M
tonnes produced annually
67%
is metallurgical (steelmaking) coal
6.6B
tonnes of recoverable reserves
$10B+
in BC coal exports (2023)
24
active coal mines in Canada
26,000+
jobs in BC alone
Production
Where Canadian Coal Comes From
British Columbia
69%10 active mines. Over $10B in exports and $6.8B in annual economic activity. Home to Teck, Conuma, and Coalspur operations.
Alberta
19%Thermal and metallurgical coal production. Mine Financial Security Program ensures reclamation accountability.
Saskatchewan
11%Thermal coal production with operational carbon capture and storage technology.
Membership
The Entire Supply Chain Under One Roof
Three membership classes representing every segment of the Canadian coal industry.
Members Across the Supply Chain
Mining & Exploration
Rail Transport
Port & Terminal
Equipment Suppliers
Trading Companies
Engineering & Consulting
Why Coal Association of Canada
120 Years. One Mission.
Canada's coal industry association since 1906 — over 120 years of continuous advocacy
World's 3rd largest exporter and 2nd largest producer of metallurgical coal
Campaigning for metallurgical coal's designation as a Canadian critical mineral
Met coal is essential for steelmaking — there is no scalable substitute for producing virgin steel
Canadian coal operates under the world's strictest environmental regulations (35+ federal acts)
Meet Coal public education campaign reaching Canadians about steelmaking coal's role in infrastructure
Coal Association of Canada
+1 (780) 757-9488