The European Commission and Canada convened the EU-Canada Energy Security Business Roundtable on 29 June 2026 in Montreal, reaffirming their commitment to a stronger transatlantic energy partnership. Co-chaired by EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen and Canada's Minister for Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson, the event brought together EU ministers, Canadian provincial governments, and European and Canadian companies to advance cooperation on electrification, clean energy technologies, and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Participants discussed strengthening resilient and diversified clean energy supply chains, with a focus on electricity grids, critical components, and conditions to unlock private sector investment. They also examined Canada's role in Europe's energy security, including Canadian LNG. A dedicated business-to-business workshop on LNG followed, connecting Canadian projects with potential EU off-takers.
The roundtable built on commitments from the 2025 EU-Canada Summit, identifying opportunities to deepen transatlantic business cooperation on energy, leveraging economic complementarities between the two regions. Against a backdrop of rising global energy demand, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical volatility, participants agreed the partnership is more critical than ever. The outcomes will inform the next EU-Canada Summit, scheduled for 29–30 October 2026 in Canada.
"The EU-Canada partnership is not just a friendship of values. It is also a strategic asset. Especially at a time when we face turbulent geopolitics and volatile energy markets. By working even closer together on secure and reliable energy supplies, we can strengthen our resilience on both sides of the Atlantic."
"Today's discussion demonstrates Canada and the EU's shared commitment to strengthening global energy security through diversified supply, clean energy technologies, and strong transatlantic partnership. By bringing companies, governments and stakeholders together, we are turning collaboration into action, reinforcing Canada's position as a reliable and responsible energy partner of choice for the EU and beyond."
The press release was published by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Energy on 30 June 2026. The roundtable took place on the sidelines of the 11th IEA Energy Efficiency Conference in Montreal.
European energy companies gain potential access to Canadian LNG supplies, diversifying sources away from traditional suppliers. Canadian LNG producers benefit from a new export market, boosting investment. EU consumers may see more stable energy prices if LNG flows increase, though infrastructure costs could be passed on. EU and Canadian governments strengthen energy security but face pressure to balance LNG expansion with climate goals.