Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, The Coal Association of Canada represents companies engaged in the exploration, development, use and transportation of coal. Its members include major coal producers and coal-using utilities, the railroads and ports that ship coal, industry suppliers of goods and services, and municipalities that have an interest in furthering the objectives of the Coal Association.

The Coal Association of Canada provides a forum to discuss and coordinate the views of its members on matters of common interest. It provides a respected voice which enhances the viability of the industry by advocating the clean use of coal through technology development. The Association's "Coal Core" program of Communications, Outreach and Education is instructive in helping stakeholders learn about the use of coal in the 21st century.