Canada's Hydropower Advantage: A Strategic Asset for Energy Security

Canada's energy security is a pressing concern in today's volatile global market. The country's electricity system is evolving rapidly, and it needs more than just new generation to meet growing demand. Hydropower plays a crucial role in providing reliability, flexibility, and long-term stability.

The majority of Canada's renewable electricity comes from hydropower, which contributes significantly to grid diversity and price stability. Its importance becomes even clearer in a global environment where events beyond our borders can impact energy prices.

Hydropower operates independently of fuel inputs, allowing it to provide a measure of price stability when global energy markets become turbulent. Once built, hydropower facilities continue producing electricity for decades, often for generations. Many Canadian facilities have been operating for 80 to 100 years or more and continue to deliver reliable electricity today.

Expanding electrification through a hydro-backed grid also keeps more energy spending within Canada's economy. It supports domestic industries, reduces reliance on imported fuels, and strengthens national resilience in an increasingly uncertain world.