This statistic displays the total electric production capacity in Canada from 2013 to 2015 with a projection from 2017 to 2029. In 2019, electric production capacity in the country is expected to reach 154 gigawatts. The electricity sector in Canada is largely controlled by government-owned integrated public utilities.
Outlook on electric production capacity in Canada from 2013 to 2029 (in gigawatts)*
* Figures for 2013 to 2015 are actual; figures from 2016 to 2029 are projected.
Adapted from Statistics Canada, 2015 Trilateral Energy Outlook Results - Annex, page 1, 2013 to 2015. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
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