National energy corridor agreement brings Canada closer to a ‘United Canada’ grid - Clean Energy Canada

Ten Canadian provinces and territories have agreed to collaborate on developing new interprovincial transmission infrastructure to enhance electricity trade and maximize the use of clean power across the country. This initiative aims to strengthen Canada’s electricity grid, promoting energy sovereignty, competitiveness, and affordability by enabling the flow of low-cost renewable energy across regions. Improved long-distance transmission will reduce reliance on expensive fossil fuels, resulting in cost savings for both residential and industrial electricity consumers. Clean Energy Canada advocates for a "United Canada" grid, emphasizing the need to treat interregional transmission as a national priority with urgent federal support to unlock private investment and accelerate project development. The agreement’s signatories have committed to pushing for federal investment and a national electricity strategy, recognizing that while provinces must align their energy policies, federal involvement is crucial for financing and streamlining approvals. This collaboration represents a significant step toward realizing Canada’s potential as a clean energy superpower by creating a more integrated and efficient national electricity system.