The Canadian Waterpower Week

As Assistant Deputy Minister of Natural Resource Canada’s Low Carbon Energy Sector, Mollie Johnson leads the Government of Canada’s efforts to advance Canada’s national energy priorities, including leadership in the global energy transition. In addition to providing strategic advice on domestic and international energy matters, her team delivers energy efficiency and low-carbon power programs to help mitigate climate change, advance the competitiveness of Canada’s energy sector, and promote access to reliable, clean and affordable energy for all Canadians.

Prior to her current position, Ms. Johnson served in two positions at Natural Resources Canada: as Assistant Deputy Minister, Communications and Portfolio Sector; and, Director General, Policy, Major Projects Management Office. She has also held executive positions at Environment and Climate Change Canada; the Competition Bureau; and served as a senior officer in Legislation and House Planning
at the Privy Council Office.

Mollie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from
the University of Western Ontario, and a Master’s Degree
in International Affairs from Carleton University’s Norman
Paterson School.