Power and Utilities

Canada announces fresh sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine

The Canadian federal government has announced new sanctions on Russia over its activities in Ukraine, with implications for Canadian businesses.

Energy storage key to resilient electricity grids of the future

Energy storage technologies are poised to play a large role in Canada’s energy transition and the resiliency of its future electricity grids.

Hydrogen Roadmap positions Alberta well against other jurisdictions

As the world transitions to lower-carbon energy systems, Alberta is well positioned to capitalize on the emerging clean hydrogen sector with its...

Reconciliation and the Crown’s duty to consider Indigenous groups’ economic interests

Amid ongoing litigation across the country, courts and the Government of Canada disagree on whether reconciliation requires Crown decision-makers to...

Federal Court provides guidance on adequacy of supplemental Indigenous consultation and appropriate remedies for operational projects

A recent Federal Court of Canada decision provides important guidance on the scope of the duty to consult where the Crown undertakes supplemental...

Key authorizations required for hydrogen production in Québec

Energy companies are increasingly exploring opportunities in hydrogen for its clean energy potential. Osler’s Alexandre Fallon, Richard Wong,...

Alberta issues request for expressions of interest in carbon sequestration hub

Alberta has issued a request for expressions of interest in a carbon sequestration hub. Osler’s Sander Duncanson and Coleman Brinker outline...

Federal UNDRIP Bill becomes law

On June 16, Canada’s Senate voted to pass Bill C-15, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act into law.

Alberta Utilities Commission amends Rules of Practice to promote efficiency

The Alberta Utilities Commission approved amendments to AUC Rule 001: Rules of Practice, which will apply to proceedings registered on or after May...

Federal budget injects fiscal stimulus into energy transition

The long-awaited federal budget released on April 19, 2021 (the Budget) took aim at supporting the transition of Canada’s energy industry to a low...