Name: How Canada Can Solve Energy Poverty (And Save Families Thousands)
Uploaded: 2025-11-14T17:30:00+00:00
Duration: 18 min 57 s
Description: Over 822,000 Canadian households are trapped in energy poverty, forced to choose between heating their homes and buying groceries. This isn't just an economic issue—it's a hidden national crisis affec

18 days ago

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Over 822,000 Canadian households are trapped in energy poverty, forced to choose between heating their homes and buying groceries. This isn't just an economic issue—it's a hidden national crisis affecting our most vulnerable citizens. In this deep dive, we break down the shocking data from Statistics Canada, reveal who is most affected, and expose why current government programs are failing.

But this isn't just about the problem. We also lay out a clear, actionable roadmap with six concrete solutions that could save families thousands of dollars a year and end energy poverty in Canada for good. From automatic bill discounts to a national deep retrofit program, we explore the proven strategies that other countries are already using successfully.

If you believe no Canadian should be left in the cold, this is a must-watch.

Chapters:
00:00 - The Grandmother's Choice: A Cold Open
00:51 - Canada's Hidden Crisis: Introduction
02:08 - What is Energy Poverty? The 10% Rule
04:42 - Who is Affected? The Shocking Numbers
08:53 - Why is This Happening? The 4 Key Drivers
14:07 - Why Current Programs Are Failing Canadians
18:00 - Lessons from the UK, EU, and US
20:15 - 6 REAL Solutions to Fix Energy Poverty in Canada
24:50 - A Call to Action for a Warmer Future