The European Union and Canada have taken another step toward strengthening their energy partnership by holding the EU-Canada Energy Security Business Roundtable in Montreal on June 29, 2026. The meeting was organized alongside the 11th International Energy Agency (IEA) Energy Efficiency Conference and focused on improving energy security, expanding clean energy cooperation, and increasing trade between the two regions.
The roundtable was co-chaired by European Union Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen and Canada’s Minister for Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson. It brought together ministers from the European Union, representatives of Canadian provincial governments, and business leaders from both sides. The participants discussed practical ways to increase cooperation in electrification, clean energy technologies, and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
A major topic of discussion was the need to build stronger and more reliable supply chains for clean energy. Participants agreed that secure supply chains are important to support the growing demand for renewable energy technologies and electricity. They also discussed improving electricity grid infrastructure, ensuring access to important energy components, and creating conditions that encourage private sector investment in energy projects.
Another important focus was Canada’s role in supporting Europe’s energy security through LNG exports. European countries continue to diversify their energy supplies, and Canadian LNG is seen as one of the reliable options for meeting future energy needs. To encourage stronger business ties, the event also included a business-to-business workshop where Canadian LNG project developers met with potential buyers from European Union countries. The workshop aimed to create new commercial partnerships and support future energy trade.
The discussions also built on commitments made during the previous EU-Canada Summit. Leaders from both sides noted that closer cooperation has become increasingly important due to rising global energy demand, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. They agreed that stronger partnerships between trusted allies can improve energy resilience while supporting the transition to cleaner energy systems.
The outcomes of the roundtable will help shape the agenda for the next EU-Canada Summit, which is scheduled to be held in Canada on October 29 and 30, 2026. Officials expect the discussions to contribute to future policy decisions and encourage greater collaboration between governments and businesses.
Speaking after the meeting, Dan Jørgensen described the EU-Canada partnership as a valuable strategic relationship that strengthens energy security and helps both sides respond to changing global energy markets and political challenges. Tim Hodgson also welcomed the discussions, saying they reflected a shared commitment to global energy security. He said that bringing together governments and private companies creates opportunities to turn ideas into practical action. He added that Canada remains committed to being a reliable and responsible energy supplier while working closely with the European Union to support secure, sustainable, and long-term energy cooperation.
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