Remote Communities Energy Database (2025)

A database compiling information on electricity generation and energy use for all remote communities in Canada. Natural Resources Canada aggregates this data from multiple sources including Statistics Canada, provincial governments, utilities, and public reports. The dataset was last updated on 2026-04-27.

Use Cases

• Analyze energy source distribution and reliance based on the description of electricity and other fuel data.
• Map community energy infrastructure based on the geospatial file format and community location data implied by the description.
• Benchmark energy consumption patterns across remote settlements based on the compiled generation and use data.
• Identify communities eligible for grid connection projects based on the defined criteria for 'remote community'.

Strengths

• Data is compiled from multiple authoritative sources including Statistics Canada and provincial governments.
• Covers all remote Canadian communities meeting a specific, defined criterion (off-grid, 10+ dwellings, permanent).
• Available in geospatial (ESRI REST) and web (HTML) formats for different analysis needs.

Limitations

• Row count and column-level documentation are unknown, which limits suitability assessment.
• The provider includes a disclaimer noting potential for errors, inaccuracies, and omissions in the compiled data.
• Data freshness should be verified as the last update was 2026-04-27.

Provenance

Source

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

Collection Method

Compilation from Statistics Canada, Provincial and Territorial Governments, utilities, public reports, and communities.

Time Range

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Freshness

Last updated 2026-04-27 15:00:55.733262

Geography

Remote communities across Canada not connected to the North American electrical grid or piped natural gas network.