Manitoba Hydro CEO steps down for personal reasons after two years

Manitoba Hydro's chief executive officer, Allan Danroth, has resigned from his position after two years of service, citing personal reasons. Manitoba Hydro, the province's Crown-owned energy corporation, announced the move on August 28, 2026.

The current chief operating officer, Hal Turner, will temporarily take on the responsibilities of the CEO during the search for a permanent replacement. Turner previously served as interim CEO before Danroth's appointment.

Danroth succeeded Jay Grewal, who was fired four months after the Manitoba New Democrats won the 2023 provincial election. Danroth's departure occurs as the utility undertakes a $3-billion project to build a natural gas-fired power plant, which has drawn criticism from environmental advocates.

During a Manitoba Public Utilities Board hearing last month, Danroth revealed that he has faced "credible threats" and that misinformation has fueled hostility towards the utility.