3M Stories

There has never been a greater need for climate action and innovation. The launch of Canada’s first national climate adaption strategy in June 2023 took place amid an unprecedented volume of...

The impact of climate change is hitting home for Canadians. From the atmospheric rivers causing flooding catastrophes, to more frequent and severe wildfires, it is becoming clear that the threat...

Times are tough for those living on the edge. Food and basic needs are increasingly unaffordable. Housing is a challenge for many, with escalating rents, shrinking availability and increased...

In recent years, great strides have been made in the STEM community towards becoming a more accessible and welcoming space, but there is still progress to be made. As a member of the LGBTQ+...

3M Forward demonstrates how materials science-based innovation at scale can help society progress against three unstoppable forces shaping our planet—climate change and resource scarcity,...

You would never know what some of your neighbours have gone through just by looking at them. This is a critical lesson I have learned after spending four months working as a Sponsored Employee...

Manufacturing is at the heart of the Canadian economy. The people and products behind manufacturing in Canada account for more than 10% of Canada’s GDP, producing $174 billion in goods while...

A reckoning with our past can create an awakening for the future. Recent discoveries of human remains at residential schools across Canada has brought disturbing aspects of Canadian history to the...

Are you ready for the new school year? While it’s hard to trade flip-flops for textbooks, the start of the school year signifies a fresh start with endless possibilities. Whether your child is...

The pandemic reshaped our lives, but the impact has been felt the most by those who were already struggling. Issues like homelessness, hunger and inequality were already hurting communities across...

Today is World Nature Conservation Day - an opportunity for people to learn about the natural world around us and take action to protect and preserve it. When I was nine years old, I became an...

As Canada’s economy recovers from the pandemic, many industries are dealing with labour shortages. This is especially true for the skilled trades. With education and training interruptions,...

Solving the challenges of tomorrow, requires action today. Over the past year, 3M Canada has set out on a mission to better understand why there is a lack of diverse talent across underrepresented...

Day and night, drivers rely on the visibility and durability of roadway markings. Installation, quality, time, and varying weather conditions all have substantial effects on the roadways we depend...

Reduce, reuse, recycle and renewable. The four R’s we were taught in school (for some it was three R’s) to reduce the amount of waste we are sending to landfills, still apply today. Especially...

Imagine a world where accommodations for people with disabilities are not just an afterthought. Where any child, any student and any STEM professional can fully apply themselves to learn, grow and...

Through the Omicron wave of the pandemic, our top priorities at 3M Canada remain focused on the safety of our employees and supporting health professionals who are leading the fight against...

It has been called “The Great Resignation.” The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many people to reflect and reevaluate their priorities; especially when it comes to their careers and...

World Youth Skills Day is a day to recognize the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment and future success. This year, the day holds even greater significance as COVID-19...

Since the early days of the pandemic, we have witnessed first-hand the power of science and humanity working together to combat COVID-19. During the last year, 3M's priority has been to help the...

In 2021, with trust in science on the rise and the belief that science can help solve some of the world’s biggest problems – we all have a role to play to take real action in Canada. Each...

As a global company with a proud Canadian presence, our country's vast natural resources put us in a unique position to positively impact the world around us. Making a positive impact on our...

The COVID-19 pandemic has compelled many of us to pivot our strengths to fields that require our immediate attention. At 3M, we know the critical role we play in restricting the spread of the...