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Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream - Canada
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Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream

Supports clean electricity projects across Canada
Government of Canada
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

This $4.5 billion program supports clean electricity projects across Canada. It also funds pre-development activities such as system impact studies, environmental assessments, and feasibility studies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Public administration
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Deployment-ready clean energy generation projects.
  • Energy storage projects.
  • Grid modernization projects.
  • Transmission infrastructure projects.
  • Pre-development studies and assessments for priority projects.

Eligibility

Eligible geographic areas

  • Provinces and territories across Canada.

Additional information

  • The program is currently engaging with provinces and territories to identify priority projects.
  • Support may be coordinated with other federal instruments, including Investment Tax Credits and Canada Infrastructure Bank financing.

Documents and links

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream

Contacts

sreps-erite@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

This $4.5 billion program supports clean electricity projects across Canada. It also funds pre-development activities such as system impact studies, environmental assessments, and feasibility studies.

Who is eligible for the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program?

To be eligible for the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program, you must: Provincial or territorial priority project. Clean electricity infrastructure focus. Need beyond federal support.

What expenses are eligible under Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

Deployment-ready clean energy generation projects. Energy storage projects. Grid modernization projects. Transmission infrastructure projects. Pre-development studies and assessments for priority projects.

Who can I contact for more information about the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at sreps-erite@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.

Where is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream available?

The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program is available across Canada.

Is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Government of Canada