Quebec, Newfoundland energy touts Canadian independence to Trump: Hydro‑Québec CEO / Global
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 5:21 pm
At an energy conference in St. John’s, Hydro‑Québec CEO Michael Sabia defended a broad energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro as a bold statement of Canadian independence against U.S. pressure. His remarks reflect a stirring debate on national sovereignty and evolving energy strategy.
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Selon le p.-d.g. d’Hydro-Québec, la nouvelle entente énergétique signale que les Canadiens peuvent «travailler ensemble».
Michael Sabia told an energy conference in St. John's, N.L., that Canada's sovereignty was under threat from U.S. President Donald Trump.
ST. JOHN'S - The chief executive of Hydro‑Québec says a sweeping new energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is a signal to the United States that Canada can get "big things done."
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