This Canada’s 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) is aimed at accelerating the domestic energy transition and aligning domestic markets with low-emissions and climate-resilient pathways while avoiding carbon leakage.
Canada’s 2035 NDC is to reduce emissions by 45-50% below 2005 levels by 2035, building on the 2030 target of 40-45% below 2005 levels. The 2035 target is a milestone to Canada’s net-zero objective by 2050. It reflects Canada's unique circumstances, including its resource-based economy, large geographic area, and export-heavy industries. It is chosen to advance Canada’s transition to net-zero while also reflecting a range of considerations related to international competitiveness, affordability, economic security and wellbeing for Canadians. The NDC emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and equity, with a focus on supporting workers, communities, and Indigenous Peoples throughout the transition. The document also highlights the importance of international cooperation and the need for a holistic approach to climate action that integrates mitigation, adaptation, and biodiversity conservation.