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Case Study 1

How is energy shaped by policy?

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Released:12 November 2024

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So, how is energy shaped by policy?

Energy policy is important because Canada is a major producer and exporter of energy.

In Canada, we have many energy sources and different levels of government play different roles in energy policy.

  • The federal government oversees energy issues that cross borders, sets national energy standards and works on issues like climate change and environmental protection.
  • The provinces and territories have control over the development of natural resources, within their borders, and they decide how these resources are developed and managed.
  • Indigenous governments have a big say on energy projects on or near their lands and work with federal and provincial governments to ensure that their rights and interests are respected.

Energy policy in Canada aims to find the balance economic benefits, environmental protection, and energy security.

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