This week’s G7 Summit offered more than just a picture-perfect Canadian mountain backdrop. In true Canadian fashion, Canada quietly positioned itself as both a reliable energy source and a driver of energy innovation. As geopolitical uncertainty grows and the world seeks dependable partners, engaged women are ready for Canada to lead, not just through the strength of our resources, but also through our values, political stability and regulatory frameworks that have long defined us.
During the Summit host Prime Minister Carney outlined three core priorities: strengthening global and domestic safety through security cooperation and crisis response; advancing energy security and digital innovation (especially in artificial intelligence and critical minerals); and fostering long-term economic partnerships. Engaged women were listening closely, as each of these align with their priorities for a more resilient, secure, sustainable and forward-looking energy future. According to our latest research, 8/10 women believe that Canada’s energy sector has the potential to improve our standard of living and the way we live our daily lives.
Innovation was also a key focus at the Summit. With 80 per cent of engaged women supporting the advancement of technology in the energy sector, Canada’s pledge of up to $10 million through its Call for Proposals on AI and Energy highlights a shared commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to drive progress in the sector.
So as the 2025 G7 Summit concluded, perhaps the most important takeaway is a renewed recognition of one of Canada’s greatest strengths: our energy sector. As the voices of engaged women grow louder, so too do their calls for sound energy policies that drive economic growth, energy security and global emissions reduction for a prosperous and strong Canada.