Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) | 195,578 followers on LinkedIn. Founded in 1994, Natural Resources Canada is a Government of Canada department that aims to improve the quality of life for all Canadians by creating a sustainable resource advantage. The department develops policies and programs that enhance the contribution of the natural resources sector to the economy and improve the quality of life for all Canadians. It also conducts innovative science in facilities across Canada to generate ideas and transfer technologies.