Last mentioned: Mar 17, 2026
Grid Decarbonization Target
Target date for all Canadian provinces to achieve a net-zero electricity system.
2026 Generation Outlook
CER projects a massive surge in wind power as the primary driver of new supply.
Clean Electricity Regulations Finalized
Federal government sets the framework for a net-zero grid by 2035.
First Net-Zero Modeling
CER releases its first long-term energy outlook aligned with a net-zero 2050 goal.
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) projects a massive expansion of national power generation, with wind energy emerging as a primary driver of the transition to net-zero. This surge reflects a fundamental shift in the Canadian energy landscape as electrification and decarbonization mandates reshape provincial grids.