Request for Information on a “Mined in Canada” digital credential
Natural Resources Canada is seeking input from stakeholders on the feasibility and design of a potential “Mined in Canada” digital credential. This credential would serve as a secure, verifiable proof of Canadian provenance for minerals mined in Canada. If adopted, the goal would be to enhance supply chain transparency, support trade compliance, and strengthen Canada’s position in global critical mineral markets. This Request for Information is designed to assist in gathering information that will help inform considerations and potential development of a “Mined in Canada” digital credential.
The Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire is voluntary, and the purpose is to explore the economic viability, strategic value, and other relevant considerations pertinent to a “Mined in Canada” digital credential as a mark of provenance for minerals mined in Canada.
The respondent should only provide business related information and business contact information such as representative name, organization, affiliation/industry sector and work email address. If the respondent provides personal information on this questionnaire, Natural Resources Canada will protect it in accordance with the Privacy Act. The information is collected under the authority of the Department of Natural Resources Act and in accordance with the following personal information banks: Public Communications (PSU 914) and Outreach Activities (PSU 938).
The information collected in this questionnaire via GC Forms will be converted to tabular comma-separated-values (CSV) format for the purposes of storage and analysis by Natural Resources Canada. Once extracted from GC Forms, the data will be stored securely at Natural Resources Canada with limited access reserved for those with “Need to know” status.
Please note that comments you enter in the feedback text field should not contain any personal or sensitive information and please exercise caution when providing comments to protect your privacy and the privacy of others. If you have any concerns or questions about the handling of your personal information, please contact the Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Secretariat at atip-aiprp@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.