2024–25 Annual Report of the Canada Energy Regulator – CER Strategic Plan 2024-27

Mission

We regulate energy infrastructure in a way that prevents harm and ensures the safe, reliable, competitive and environmentally sustainable delivery of energy to Canada and the world. We recognize and respect the inherent and constitutionally protected rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. We provide energy information and analysis that informs and supports Canada’s transition towards a net zero future.

Vision

The CER is a recognized leader in the regulation of energy infrastructure. We enable safe, reliable, competitive and environmentally sustainable energy transmission. We have the confidence of Canadians and we uphold the inherent and constitutionally protected rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our commitment to regulatory excellence enhances Canada’s global competitiveness.

Strategic Priorities

Strategic Priorities reflect areas of cross-organizational focus and improvement to help the CER better deliver on its Mission and reach its Vision.

  • Trust and Confidence

    We foster the trust and confidence of Canadians by effectively delivering on our mission with safety at the forefront. We engage and empower our diverse workforce. We strengthen relationships that uphold the rights and interests of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, and we communicate transparently and engage meaningfully with all our stakeholders.

  • Reconciliation and Implementing the UN Declaration

    We are implementing the UN Declaration and delivering on the commitments made in the UN Declaration Act Action Plan. We do so based on the recognition of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership, by working together with First Nations, Inuit and Métis governments, communities, and organizations. We continue to build the cultural intelligence of the CER.

  • Competitiveness and Regulatory Excellence

    We enhance Canada’s global competitiveness through leadership in regulatory innovation and best practices, focusing on cost-effectiveness, transparency, predictability, timeliness and efficiency of regulatory processes.

  • Preparing for the Energy Future

    We inform the energy transition by offering expertise and insight as the energy system transitions to a net zero economy across Canada. We focus on energy innovation, security, competitiveness, and safe and reliable energy transmission infrastructure that is resilient to the effects of climate change.


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