Two fifteen-year agreements with Renewable Energy Systems (RES) will support the commercial development of two renewable energy projects in southern Alberta Canada’s oldest and largest bakery, Bimbo Canada, has signed two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) with RES to procure renewable electricity that will offset 100 per cent of the company’s…
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RES in Canada
20 years of success in Canada – driving performance from project beginnings to long-term operation
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Our vision is a future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy.
4GW
Canadian portfolio
+20 years’
experience in Canada
20%
of Canada wind projects delivered by RES
RES in Canada
Through the entire project lifecycle — development, construction, operations, asset management — RES works closely with local communities and Indigenous Nations across the country in wind, solar and energy storage.
Leveraging leading-edge digital solutions, we provide a full understanding of the performance, compliance and health of renewable energy assets.
RES has been active in Canada for over 20 years, bringing together global expertise and local knowledge to build strong partnerships with local businesses and communities. We operate offices in both Montreal and Calgary, and we are proudly bilingual.
Learn more about RES in Canada over the past 20 years.
Bekevar Wind
Bekevar Wind Farm is a 200MW project—the largest in Saskatchewan with Indigenous ownership—developed, constructed and operated by RES and Cowessess First Nation. The project will power the equivalent of 100,000 homes annually and showcases Indigenous leadership in Canada’s clean energy future.
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Big Sky Solar
Big Sky Solar is a 184MW solar farm in Alberta, powering the equivalent of 42,000 homes, offsetting 135,000 tons of CO₂ annually, and supporting local communities with jobs and C$30 million in tax revenue. RES developed and constructed the project, which began commercial operation in
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Forty Mile Wind Complex
Supporting Alberta’s clean energy transition, the Forty Mile Wind complex in Alberta will be Canada’s largest wind farm at 540MW, and was entirely developed and constructed by RES. Phase 1 (130MW) was completed in 2022 and sold to BHE. The remaining phases were sold to ACCIONA Energía, with the 230MW Phase 2 achieving commercial operation in March 2025. Construction of the final phase is expected to begin soon.
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Our path to reconciliation
Our Canada Reconciliation Action Plan sets out a clear path for advancing reconciliation in partnership with Indigenous Peoples. Guided by five pillars — Educate, Engage, Empower, Celebrate and Illuminate — the plan reflects our commitment to collaboration, respect and shared progress in building a cleaner, more inclusive future.
Why RES
Local expertise, global experience and a commitment to Indigenous partnerships.
Local expertise
Over its 20-plus years in Canada, RES has developed and/or constructed over 30 projects, generating 4GW in five provinces. RES has been involved in nearly 20% of all the operational wind energy in Canada. We are proudly bilingual.
Strong partnerships
Strong partnerships with local communities, Indigenous Nations, governments and Crown corporations are core to our business and essential for social acceptability. We believe strong partnerships lead to better projects. With our unique full-lifecycle expertise, investors and industrial partners are frequently pursuing opportunities with RES.
Sustainable outcomes
RES is committed to sustainability throughout the project lifecycle. We take extraordinary steps to protect local wildlife and habitats, ensuring appropriate setbacks and erosion controls, and we work in partnership with local Indigenous Nations to avoid areas of concern and with appropriate monitoring in place.
Powering Canada's clean energy future
With more than two decades of experience in Canada, RES has developed and/or constructed 3.8 GW of wind energy, 292 MW of (DC) solar power and 35 MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Powering Canada's clean energy future
With more than two decades of experience in Canada, RES has developed and/or constructed:
3.8
GW of wind energy 292
MW of solar power 35
MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) Development
RES manages projects throughout the entire development lifecycle—from land acquisition and permitting to resource assessment and interconnection studies. Our experienced development team blends extensive local knowledge with global expertise to deliver bankable, shovel-ready projects.
Construction (EPC)
As a trusted prime/general contractor, RES provides turnkey construction solutions supported by our in-house engineering teams in Canada and the U.S. We oversee every stage of construction, from the design and procurement of major equipment to commissioning and Substantial Completion—ensuring industry-leading safety and timely, budget-conscious delivery.
Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
RES offers comprehensive facility management both onsite and remotely. Our 24/7 monitoring is backed by a NERC-compliant control center located in Denver, Colorado, ensuring reliable and secure operation across all assets.
Asset Management
Our asset management services aim to optimize performance and ensure compliance. We manage daily operations, production, and financial performance, including forecasting, depreciation tracking, and adherence to permit and interconnection obligations.
Technologies
Underpinned by innovation and a drive to make the world a better place.
Wind
Solar
Transmission & distribution
Energy storage
Green hydrogen
Other technologies
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Bimbo Canada signs agreements with RES to offset 100% of Canadian operations electricity consumption
200MW Bekevar Wind Farm reaches financial close
Renewable energy investment platform, Innagreen, and Cowessess First Nation-owned entity, Awasis Nehiyawewini Energy Development Limited Partnership (‘ANEDLP’), buy Bekevar Wind Farm from RES Bekevar will help drive Saskatchewan’s transition from coal to renewables The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is investing $173 million towards the clean energy project NORD/LB is also…
Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) 2025
RES will be celebrating its 20th anniversary at ETC 2025 in Toronto this October. As the flagship event powered by the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA), in collaboration with partners RE+ Events and the Italian German Exhibition Group, ETC inspires dialogue, innovation and growth within Canada’s clean energy industry. We’re…