Nathan Neudorf, Alberta's Minister of Affordability and Utilities, and Stephen Lecce, Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines, sign the new Partnership Agreement on Transmission Interties. (Image Credit: Government of Alberta)

By David Opinko

Alberta joins interprovincial partnership to build national energy corridor

Mar 6, 2026 | 11:16 AM

Several provincial and territorial governments are banding together to strengthen grid reliability and energy security.

A first-of-its-kind Partnership Agreement on Transmission Interties has been signed between the governments of B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I., Yukon, and the Northwest Territories.

That leaves out Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nunavut.

According to a news release from the Alberta Government, the agreement establishes a collaborative framework to break down provincial and territorial power grids by exploring opportunities to modernize electricity transmission and secure a more resilient energy future.

Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities, says Alberta is proud to join the partnership.

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“With one of the country’s most reliable power grids, we are well-positioned to be a key pillar in strengthening connections with our neighbours to build the strong, stable energy foundation that Canada needs to stay competitive and drive long-term prosperity for all Canadians,” says Neudorf.

The partnering governments will meet twice per year to advance and expand opportunities for mutually-beneficial electricity trade within Canada, including intertie projects.

They will also work on planning and information sharing between jurisdictions, as well as advocate for federal support to reduce regulatory barriers and advance transmission projects.

Aaron Engen, CEO of the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), says the province’s electricity grid is undergoing rapid change.

“Interties are an essential part of the power system, supporting reliability and enabling energy trade,” says Engen. “The AESO welcomes enhanced interprovincial cooperation to create value for Albertans and our neighbouring provinces through these interconnections.”

Electrical interconnections, or interties, are high-voltage transmission lines that connect separate power grids.

Alberta currently has interties with B.C., Saskatchewan, and Montana.