The media may be worried about its economic growth, public opinion may be against Alberta’s oil sands, and the market may be bearish, but the undeniable fact is that Canada’s oil and gas industry remains among the world’s leaders. Whether operating from within Canada’s borders or utilizing Toronto’s status as a preeminent hub for global oil and gas finance, Canadian exploration and production companies drive the global industry in a way that few other nationalities can match. Challenges remain, yet Canada is adapting and, in some cases, thriving.