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National· August 17, 2026 at 10:36 a.m.

New Churchill Falls Agreement Reached, Divvying Power and Launching $50B Energy Projects

New Churchill Falls Agreement Reached, Divvying Power and Launching $50B Energy Projects

Key takeaways

  • Quebec to receive additional energy
  • Newfoundland and Labrador to receive payment and share in future projects
  • Federal government to contribute $400 million

Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador have reached a new agreement regarding the Churchill Falls generating station, with Ottawa's assistance. The plan aims to divide power from the station and initiate new hydro, wind, and transmission projects worth over $50 billion. (The Globe and Mail)

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