OTTAWA, Ontario - October 9, 2015. The Canadian Electricity Association (CEA) is pleased to see the Conservative Party of Canada’s commitment to continued action on cyber security, support for emerging clean energy technologies, and initiatives to enhance skills training as announced today in their election platform.
“CEA appreciates the Conservative Party’s continued commitment to key electricity sector priorities, and in particular, a specific reference to the impacts of growing cyber threats on the electric grid”, said the Hon. Sergio Marchi, President and CEO of CEA. “As one of Canada’s ten Critical Infrastructure sectors, CEA members are operators of vital cyber systems and support measures to protect physical and cyber assets essential to Canada’s security.”
CEA is also encouraged by measures in support of emerging clean energy technologies and applauds the continued support for Sustainable Development Technology Canada which play a critical role in fostering electricity innovation and bringing new technologies to market.
Additionally, renewed support for skills training initiatives, including those targeted at Aboriginal Canadians, are critical for Canada’s electricity sector who face an acute human resources challenge. “We welcome measures to address skilled worker shortages and support flexible programs that will promote careers in the electricity sector which is in need of a new generation of skilled workers,” added Mr. Marchi.