Energy security, critical minerals, and electricity reliability
Statements connected energy generation, transmission, critical-mineral development, and energy infrastructure with affordability, reliability, and economic development.
Scott Moe, Danielle Smith, and R.J. Simpson agreed to explore nuclear technologies and stronger regional electricity interties. Tim Houston launched a renewable-electricity procurement, while Wab Kinew tied Port of Churchill expansion and increased mineral output to energy corridors and exports. Susan Holt and Tony Wakeham also promoted energy and critical-mineral projects to investors.
The first Canada Investment Summit unleashes nearly $500 billion of new investment in Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the first Canada Investment Summit secured nearly $500 billion in investment commitments for Canadian businesses and infrastructure. He also announced a Productivity Mega Deduction for business assets, plans to seek private airport operating concessions, and new funding for defence technologies and a critical minerals project.
Province of Manitoba | News Releases | Manitoba Government Announces Plan to Ship More Minerals Out of Churchill by Tripling Production
Wab Kinew announced a plan to triple Manitoba’s critical mineral production over five years and increase shipments through the Port of Churchill. The plan includes faster environmental licensing and exploration processes, risk-based approvals, additional processing staff, and measures to speed hydro connections and interim power solutions for mining projects.
Premier to Attend Canada’s First Investment Summit
Premier Tim Houston will attend Canada’s first Investment Summit in Toronto and host a reception for investors interested in Nova Scotia energy, mining and infrastructure projects. Nova Scotia will present 20 investment-ready projects, including Wind West, Melford International Terminal and Spaceport Nova Scotia.
Statement from the Honourable Tony Wakeham, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador on the Canada Investment Summit - News Releases
Premier Tony Wakeham supports the Canada Investment Summit’s efforts to attract investment in sectors including infrastructure, energy, technology and critical minerals. Unable to attend because of a special House of Assembly sitting, he says an official and representatives will engage investors while the Churchill Falls and Gull Island deal receives debate.
Saskatchewan, Alberta and Northwest Territories Sign Nuclear Energy Agreement to Strengthen Grid Reliability
Premier Scott Moe announced that Saskatchewan has signed an agreement with Alberta and the Northwest Territories to collaborate on nuclear energy and electricity interconnections. The partners will share information and examine reactor technologies, financing, approvals, fuel, waste management and expanded transmission links to support reliable, affordable electricity systems.
Province of Manitoba | News Releases | Manitoba Government Announces Tax Exemption on Major Capital Investments to Build Port of Churchill Plus
Wab Kinew announced that major capital investments in the Port of Churchill Plus project will be exempt from provincial sales tax. The measure covers investments such as an energy corridor, liquefied natural gas facilities, Hudson Bay Railway upgrades, and icebreaking or ice-class shipping capacity.
Second Call for Affordable Clean Energy Through Green Choice Program
Premier Tim Houston announced a second competitive procurement under Nova Scotia’s Green Choice Program to secure 1,200 gigawatt-hours of annual renewable electricity supply. The process will seek new generation projects for 25-year pricing contracts with Nova Scotia Power, serving eligible large electricity customers and adding predictable-priced power to the grid.
New Brunswick aims to turn investment interest into action at Canada Investment Summit
Premier Susan Holt said she will attend the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto as part of a Greater Toronto Area investment-attraction initiative. Holt will promote New Brunswick opportunities in critical minerals, energy, digital infrastructure and transportation, including eight named projects representing more than $30 billion in potential capital investment.