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Nearly 2 million Canadian households experience energy poverty. While Canada lacks a national-level energy poverty strategy, policies and programs exist to help low-income households experiencing energy poverty. The Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), announced in September 2025, is a federal initiative that aims to help Canadians cut energy bills, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve comfort. As provinces and […]

Demand response (DR) programs help balance electricity demand by encouraging (and in some cases requiring) consumers to shift when they use power based on grid needs, electricity prices, or other signals. This flexibility can reduce peak demand, support renewable energy integration, and ease pressure on the grid. Join Efficiency Canada’s […]