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December 15, 2025 In response to questions received during its dialogue on Action Plan 2035, Hydro-Québec is presenting the capacity mapping of its power system. The publication of this information will provide more predictability to all of Québec’s economic and energy partners, as well as improve coordination among project developers, Hydro-Québec and municipal players.   Hydro-Québec’s capacity mapping involves two components:…

December 10, 2025 The Province has released the 2025 Climate Change Accountability Report, reaffirming its commitment to climate action and affordability while highlighting progress in cutting emissions and advancing clean energy throughout B.C. The report shows that CleanBC is working. British Columbia is making progress in many areas: “From electrifying our province to leading in…

November 25,2025 With the emergence of innovative yet energy-intensive artificial intelligence technologies and growing electricity demand, Bill 8, the Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, would pave the way for data centres to bring their own generation. Amendments would also further advance the modernization of Alberta’s electricity market to ensure the reliability and affordability of the power…

November 25, 2025 As Canada works to decarbonize heavy industry and meet its 2050 net-zero commitments, Schneider Electric Canada is showcasing how its advanced automation and energy management technologies can help transform industrial operations and support the growth of a clean fuel economy. Drawing on global success stories, including the Kassø Power-to-X facility in Denmark, the world’s first…

November 25, 2025 The Premier of Québec, François Legault, the Grand Chief of the Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation, Jacques Tremblay, the President of the Eastern Energy Alliance, Michel Lagacé, and the President and CEO of Hydro-Québec, Claudine Bouchard, announced the signing of a partnership between the Eastern Energy Alliance and Hydro-Québec for the development of the…

November 25, 2025 The Province is updating its zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) framework to maintain electric vehicle (EV) momentum. Legislative changes are also under development that strengthen B.C.’s commitment to cleaner transportation, while ensuring affordability, consumer choice and support for automakers. To maintain B.C.’s leadership in zero-emission vehicle adoption, the Province intends to introduce legislative updates…

November 25, 2025 BC Look West Plan… Government has launched Look West, a strategic plan to deliver major projects faster, expand skills training and grow key sectors to strengthen B.C.’s economy, creating good jobs and opportunities for people and businesses, and benefiting all of Canada. “British Columbia can get big things done – which is…

November 25, 2025 As part of its plan to protect Ontario and build a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant province, the government is launching consultations to help inform the 2026 Ontario Budget. These consultations will build on the progress outlined in the 2025 Fall Economic Statement and support the next phase of the province’s plan to protect Ontario….

November 12, 2025 The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is encouraged by the policy direction set by the federal government in its budget tabled in the House of Commons earlier today by the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue. A new climate strategy laid out in Budget 2025: Canada Strong sends businesses a clear…

November 12, 2025 Electricity Canada responds to Budget 2025, “Canada Strong”: Canada’s electricity providers are ready to build a bigger, more reliable, more affordable electricity system that will meet the needs of our growing Canadian economy. Support for electricity infrastructure investment will help keep electricity bills affordable for working Canadians. That’s why it’s essential. The…

November 12, 2025 Proposed plan recommits to 2025 Call for Power but may not do enough to create the long-term market certainty that industry and ratepayers need The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) applauds BC Hydro for filing its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and moving toward a more agile approach to electricity planning with more…