Bill 41: An Act to Amend the Local Governance Act

This bill primarily affects New Brunswick municipalities and regional service commissions rather than private businesses directly, but it creates new opportunities and market signals for clean energy developers, contractors, and suppliers working in New Brunswick. Renewable energy companies — solar, wind, and other clean source operators — may find new municipal clients or joint-venture partners as local governments gain clearer authority to build and co-own clean energy projects. Construction firms and engineering consultants involved in energy infrastructure projects could see increased municipal procurement activity. Businesses that sell electricity or environmental attributes (like renewable energy certificates) may also encounter new municipal competitors in those markets.