Tables with statistics from 2007 to 2018 are available through the links below.
To help you understand and use the data published by Natural Resources Canada, first get to know the subject of study, definitions of related concepts and methodology used for conducting the survey.
Versions prior to 2007 may be accessed on the Statistics Canada Website. Mining Statistics for years 2007 – 2009 may be accessed on the Natural Resources Canada website.
26-201 General Review of the Mineral Industries The review presents detailed and recent statistics of the mining industry, including the production and the value of minerals by kind and by province. It also presents historical tables of values by main groups, the average prices of leading minerals and principal statistics by main group and by province, and diamond drilling of deposits other than fuels. It includes explanatory notes and a bibliography.
26-223 Metal Ore Mining This annual publication presents data on establishments, employment, payroll, materials, supplies and contract services. It also shows the production, shipments and drillings completed. It includes lists of establishments showing employment size ranges, terms and definitions and a bibliography.
26-226 Non-metallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying This publication presents data on establishments, employment, payroll, material and supplies used, fuel and electricity, as well as on production and shipments. Data are presented by province. It includes a list of establishments, definitions and a bibliography. This publication covers NAICS 2123: Stone Mining and Quarrying; Sand, Gravel, Clay, and Ceramic and Refractory Minerals Mining and Quarrying; Other Non-Metallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying.
