Code de diffusion : 2006-4001 USING ENERGY To Build the Québec of Tomorrow Québec Energy Strategy 2006-2015 ENERGY To Build the Québec of Tomorrow Message from the Premier Improving the present and preparing for the future Québec is a world leader in the energy field. [...] The creation of Hydro-Québec, the nationalization of electricity and the James Bay project prepared the way for achievements that are now the envy of the world. [...] Jean Charest Premier of Québec IV ENERGY To Build the Québec of Tomorrow Message from the Minister of Natural Resources and Wildlife A STRATEGY FOR ALL QUEBECERS The energy strategy released by the Government is the strategy of all Quebecers. [...] ORIENTATIONS AND PRIORITY ACTIONS 11 THE COST OF DELAY The completion of this project is essential in order to secure the electricity supply of the Québec popu- The slowdown in major projects is beginning to be felt lation. [...] REVERSING THE TREND OF RECENT YEARS Québec businesses are present at all stages in In the export field, the Government intends to reverse the completion of a hydroelectric project, from the trend of recent years - one that has led to the loss research and development to design, engineering, of major potential earnings.

Policy paper setting out the position of Quebec's energy sector as a main factor in its economic development. The paper sets out: energy policy objectives; opportunities in electricity, natural gas, and oil and petrochemicals; research and technological development; environmental aspects of energy development and use; and the role of the government in the development of energy resources.