By The Canadian Press

Churchill Falls agreement could be jeopardized by Quebec election, minister says

Dec 13, 2025 | 10:51 AM

QUÉBEC — Quebec’s economy minister says a draft energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador could be at risk if it’s not settled before next year’s Quebec election.

Christine Fréchette says a defeat for the governing Coalition Avenir Québec in 2026 could jeopardize the energy supply agreement.

The two provinces announced a preliminary agreement in December 2024 that would raise the rates Hydro-Québec pays for electricity from the Churchill Falls plant in Labrador.

They planned to reach a final deal by April 2026, but Newfoundland and Labrador’s new Conservative government wants to have the agreement reviewed by a committee.

Fréchette says it’s in Newfoundland and Labrador’s best interest to reach an agreement as soon as possible, as it might not go ahead if another party forms government in Quebec.

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Newfoundland and Labrador’s Liberals have said the proposal, if finalized, would bring the province more than $225 billion over the next 50 years.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 13, 2025.

The Canadian Press