Understanding Hydro-Québec’s Call for Tenders 2026-01: Key New Features

On December 11, 2025, Hydro-Québec announced its call for tenders 2026-01 (“AO 2026-01”) for the acquisition of 5 to 10 TWh of wind energy from projects to be commissioned by 2031-2038. This call for tenders aligns with Hydro-Québec’s Wind Power Development Strategy by targeting smaller-scale projects that are complementary to the larger-scale projects for which Hydro-Québec will act as maître d’oeuvre in a parallel process.... By: Stikeman Elliott LLP