J.D. Irving seeks an NB Power grid exit as minister backs self-generated wind power plan
FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, Jan 15, 2026, 12:20 AST New Brunswick’s natural resources minister supports J.D. Irving Ltd. and other major industrial users in their bid to produce renewable electricity independently of NB Power’s grid—the main network serving most customers. NB Power warns this move could drive up costs for the rest. Cbc The dispute hits a sensitive spot: soaring power…