Canada Helps Ukraine Fix and Modernise Energy

Canada has decided to give a big boost to Ukraine’s energy field, especially after Russia’s attacks on power plants and gas lines. In a Paris meeting, the two governments announced a new partnership that will bring Canadian oil and gas gear to Ukraine on cheaper terms. The plan also encourages Canadian firms to invest in clean energy projects and rebuild damaged hydro plants. The move comes as Russia keeps striking Ukraine’s power grid, causing outages that last days and leaving many people without heat. Last month, the coldest winter on record hit Ukraine, with temperatures dropping to minus 20 degrees Celsius. Even when power is available, prices are high and the country’s growth outlook has been cut back to 1. 8 percent because of these problems.Canada’s energy minister said the effort is not just about rebuilding; it is a push to modernise under pressure. The two sides will also run risk checks and drills to protect the energy system from new types of attacks. They plan to share expert advice on creating gas routes that do not rely on Russia and will look at ways to strengthen business ties over nuclear fuel supplies. The agreement is not legally binding yet. Future projects will need to be carried out by companies that decide to follow the plan. Still, the partnership shows Canada’s commitment to help Ukraine keep its lights on and move toward a cleaner future.