On August 14, 2026, the governments of Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador signed a revised power‑sharing agreement for the Churchill Falls hydroelectric project. The new arrangement raises Quebec’s electricity allocation by 40 percent and expands the overall generation capacity for both provinces to roughly double the previous level.
Churchill Falls, located in Labrador, has long been a cornerstone of regional electricity supply. Under the original contract, the hydroelectric facility primarily delivered power to Newfoundland and Labrador, with a portion allocated to Quebec. The updated agreement modifies the terms of that long‑standing contract, allowing a larger share of the plant’s output to flow to Quebec while also increasing the total amount of electricity that can be generated and distributed between the two jurisdictions.
The 40 percent increase means that Quebec will receive a substantially larger volume of hydroelectric power from the facility, supporting the province’s growing demand for clean energy. At the same time, the capacity boost—estimated to roughly double the combined generation potential—offers both provinces greater flexibility in meeting future consumption needs and enhances the reliability of the regional grid.
Officials from both governments indicated that the revised deal is intended to strengthen energy security for Quebec and to improve the overall efficiency of the Churchill Falls operation. By expanding the amount of electricity that can be produced and shared, the agreement aims to provide a more robust supply foundation for both provinces, reinforcing their commitment to renewable energy sources and long‑term power stability.