The Government of Canada has released a comprehensive strategy titled Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: A Roadmap for Clean Air and a Strong Economy. This plan aims to tackle climate change and support a resilient, sustainable economy for future generations.
Goal: Cut emissions 40–45% below 2005 levels by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Agriculture is one of the key target areas of the policy. Agricultural extension and advisory services have been recognized as a key component of the plan. “Farmers will need improved
extension and knowledge transfer services from industry, academia, and agrologists to support their adoption of new technologies and practices“. See page 62 of the 2023 Emission Reduction Plan.
extension and knowledge transfer services from industry, academia, and agrologists to support their adoption of new technologies and practices“. See page 62 of the 2023 Emission Reduction Plan.
Key Investments & Actions
- Total new investments: $9.1 billion
- Buildings: $150M for Green Buildings Strategy, $458.5M for Greener Homes Loan Program
- Transportation: $400M for 50,000 EV chargers, $1.7B for EV incentives, ZEV sales mandates (20% by 2026, 60% by 2030, 100% by 2035)
- Oil & Gas: Emissions cut to 31% below 2005 levels; 75% methane reduction goal
- Electricity: $600M for Smart Renewables & Electrification
- Industry: Carbon capture strategy + investment tax credits
- Nature: $780M for wetlands and nature-based climate solutions
- Agriculture: $470M for sustainable farming + $330M for clean technology
Expected Benefits
- Up to 400,000 new clean economy jobs by 2030
- Improved affordability (e.g. Climate Action Incentive payments)
- Cleaner air, better health, more access to nature
- Support for marginalized communities
- Stronger GDP from green investments
This roadmap is the first under the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, with progress reports due in 2023, 2025, and 2027. Informed by over 30,000 Canadians, it represents a nationwide commitment to climate action and economic opportunity.
Canada is moving boldly toward a clean, prosperous, and equitable future. 🌱
