1. Nuclear Power: Ontario has a significant amount of nuclear power generation capacity, which provides a reliable and relatively low-carbon source of electricity. The province has 19 nuclear reactors in operation, which together produce over 60% of Ontario's electricity.
2. Hydroelectric Power: Ontario also has a substantial amount of hydroelectric power generation capacity. The province has over 200 hydroelectric generating stations, which take advantage of the abundant water resources of the Great Lakes and other rivers. Hydropower provides over 25% of Ontario's electricity.
3. Diversity of Energy Sources: In addition to nuclear and hydroelectric power, Ontario also generates electricity from a variety of other sources, including natural gas, wind, solar, and biomass. This diversity of energy sources helps to ensure a reliable and sustainable electricity supply.
Quebec:
1. Hydroelectric Power: Quebec is the leading producer of hydroelectric power in Canada. The province has over 60 hydroelectric generating stations, which take advantage of the abundant water resources of the St. Lawrence River and its tributaries. Hydropower provides over 95% of Quebec's electricity.
2. Wind Power: Quebec has also been investing heavily in wind power generation. The province has over 2,500 wind turbines in operation, which together produce over 10% of Quebec's electricity.
3. Interprovincial Exports: Quebec also generates more electricity than it consumes, and exports a significant portion of its electricity to neighbouring provinces and states, including Ontario and New York.
