Accelerator program empowers participating communities to pursue and sustain energy and emissions initiatives
To grow and thrive, communities must actively reduce their energy costs and engage in sustainable initiatives to contribute to decarbonization efforts. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to help establish net-zero communities in Atlantic Canada.
A cleaner, more prosperous Atlantic economy
Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced a $2 million non-repayable contribution over three years to QUEST Canada to establish a Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) program in Atlantic Canada. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
This contribution supports QUEST Canada's NCA program by equipping 15 communities across the region - including Indigenous communities - with the tools and knowledge to develop and sustain community energy and emissions plans. Building on a successful pilot in New Brunswick, this pan-Atlantic project will expand QUEST Canada's positive impact across the region over the next three years.
Today's announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to building a net-zero emissions economy by 2050. This economy will be competitive for generations, offering plentiful good-paying jobs and investment opportunities.
