Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce the federal government's long-delayed clean electricity strategy on Thursday, according to senior federal sources. The strategy, dubbed the National Electricity Agenda, will outline a plan to modernize Canada's electricity grid and increase clean energy production.
The announcement comes after months of delays and consultations with provincial and territorial governments, industry stakeholders, and Indigenous communities. The agenda aims to address grid reliability, affordability, and emissions reductions, though specific targets and funding details have not been confirmed.
Sources indicate the strategy will include measures to support interprovincial electricity transmission, renewable energy projects, and energy efficiency programs. The federal government has previously committed to achieving a net-zero electricity grid by 2035, a goal that requires significant investment and coordination with provinces.
Opposition critics have questioned the timing and cost of the plan, while environmental groups urge ambitious targets. The full details are expected to be released during Carney's press conference on Thursday.
