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Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream - Canada
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Source verified July 23, 2026

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

Supports priority clean electricity projects in Canada
Offered by
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Official source: natural-resources.canada.ca
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Provincial governments.

See full eligibility

Overview

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program - Critical Regional Priorities supports priority clean electricity projects that help provinces and territories decarbonize their electricity systems. It supports deployment-ready renewable energy, energy storage, grid modernization, transmission infrastructure, and related pre-development activities identified by provincial or territorial governments.
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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
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
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

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Activities funded

  • Deployment-ready clean energy generation projects.
  • Energy storage projects.
  • Grid modernization projects.
  • Transmission infrastructure projects.
  • Pre-development activities such as planning, studies, and assessments.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Provincial governments.
  • Territorial governments.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Selection criteria

  • Priority given to projects identified through ongoing engagement with provinces and territories.
  • Projects must be essential to decarbonizing the electricity system.
  • Funding need is considered alongside other federal financing tools.

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

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

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program - Critical Regional Priorities supports priority clean electricity projects that help provinces and territories decarbonize their electricity systems. It supports deployment-ready renewable energy, energy storage, grid modernization, transmission infrastructure, and related pre-development activities identified by provincial or territorial governments.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

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: Deployment-ready clean electricity project. Identified by a province or territory. 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 activities such as planning, studies, and assessments.

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.

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