Electrifying Canada’s Future
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is at the heart of enabling the systems that will power Canada’s energy future.
Canada is at a pivotal moment in our energy transition. From smart electrical grids and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure to energy-efficient buildings and homes, the clean energy transition is an opportunity to transform our national economy, building Canadian jobs, communities, and prosperity.
The Case for Electrification
Reduce Emissions
Support climate action by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and help Canada shift to a net-zero future.
Create Jobs
Clean energy jobs are projected to grow to 2.68 million by 2050. In the next five years, this means more than 600,000 new jobs.
Attract Investment
A clean grid draws global companies seeking low-carbon regions to expand operations.
Save Costs
Efficient technologies like heat pumps, LED lighting, and smart thermostats reduce household and commercial energy use.
Strengthen Supply Chains
The electric and automation industry is key in securing domestic capacity, self-reliance, and ensuring global competitiveness.
Enhance Energy Security
Canada’s ability to meet its own energy needs without relying on imports improves national security, public safety, and economic stability.
The clean technology sector has been growing more than three times faster than the national average. As leaders in the electrical and automation industry, EFC is poised to help Canada achieve energy superpower, major infrastructure, and net-zero by 2050 goals. This means reducing emissions, while building a sustainable, competitive, and resilient energy future.
Canada’s Electrical & Automation Sector at a Glance
Beyond economic impact, the sector is critical to reaching Canada's energy infrastructure and energy security priorities.
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Make the Switch to Electric with:
A Next Generation Grid
Canada has one of the cleanest electrical grids in the world and capacity is expected to almost double by 2050. Modernization and expansion of our grid is essential to bolster Canada’s energy resilience, reach our climate action goals, and attract new and additional investments from companies with low-carbon commitments.
Deep Building Retrofits & Fuel-Switching
The bulk of Canada’s housing infrastructure is more than 30 years old. At our current pace of 1%, it will take us well beyond 2050 to retrofit all buildings. Deployment of smart automation and energy-efficient technologies can reduce costs up to 60% for Canadians and businesses.
Expansion of ZEV Infrastructure
Canada lags the globe when it comes to zero emission vehicle adoption. A significant expansion of charging infrastructure is required to meet consumer demand and align with federal ZEV adoption targets. Investing in ZEV infrastructure in Canada is crucial for supporting a growing economy by creating jobs in the supply chain, while achieving climate goals.
In order to make the switch, the electrical and automation industry requires national and provincial support. This means investment in an industrial strategy to build local capacity while securing the domestic and global supply chain of critical minerals and key component parts that are essential to powering Canada’s energy future.