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Recognized for Visionary Leadership, Josie Erzetic to be Celebrated at EHRC’s Awards of Excellence
December 17, 2025 Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is proud to announce Josie Erzetic, President and CEO of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), as the recipient of the 2025 Leader of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition celebrates visionary leadership and outstanding contributions to Canada’s electricity workforce. Since her appointment as CEO in 2022, Josie has guided…
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Latest Articles
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Province Releases Independent Review of CleanBC
December 10, 2025 The Province has released the final report from the independent review of CleanBC, B.C.’s climate plan. The review was led by independent climate-policy experts Merran Smith and Dan Woynillowicz, and was informed by feedback from people and communities throughout the province, including Indigenous partners, local governments, industry, non-profits and the Climate Solutions Read More…
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ZEVIP Call for Proposals Open for EV Charging Infrastructure
Launched in 2019, the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) is a program that addresses a key barrier to the adoption of zero-emission vehicles… Read More…
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Powering Intelligence: AI-Driven Change in Canada’s Electricity Workforce
November 25, 2025 AI is reshaping Canada’s electricity sector—and the people who power it. From predictive maintenance and outage forecasting to smart grid coordination and customer engagement, artificial intelligence is driving innovation across the industry. But progress brings responsibility: ensuring workforce readiness, ethical governance and inclusive opportunities. What’s changing? AI is redefining job roles, skill Read More…
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Pembina Institute: Ontario’s Energy Plan Risks Higher Hydro Bills
November 25, 2025 The Ontario government’s plan to meet growing energy needs almost exclusively with natural gas and nuclear generation risks setting Ontarians up for pricey energy bills, according to a new Pembina Institute report. Wind and solar are the lowest-cost new electricity generation available and other jurisdictions around the world are rapidly taking advantage Read More…
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Hitachi Energy Invests $30M to Expand Canada’s Capacity to Maintain Critical Power Grid Infrastructure
December 17, 2025 Hitachi Energy has announced investments of $30 million CAD ($22 million USD) to expand and modernize its service operations in Ontario. The investment aims at addressing Canada’s growing electricity demand while mitigating the challenges posed by aging grid infrastructure. It includes the purchase and upgrade of the company’s Stoney Creek facility and Read More…
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Alectra recognized with Southwire’s 2025 Underground Environmental Stewardship Award
December 17, 2025 Alectra Utilities has been honoured with Southwire’s 2025 Underground Environmental Stewardship Award, recognizing the utility’s leadership in advancing environmentally responsible cable rejuvenation practices across its service territory. “Receiving this award from Southwire is a meaningful recognition of the work our teams have done to extend asset life, reduce environmental impact, and deliver Read More…
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Wataynikaneyap Honoured as Pollution Probe’s 2025 Award Recipient
December 17, 2025 Wataynikaneyap Power was honoured to be recognized by Pollution Probe as their 2025 Award Recipient. Pollution Probe is a Canadian charitable environmental organization founded in 1969 by University of Toronto students and professors. Over the past five decades, Pollution Probe pursues environmental gains by working productively with governments, industry and the public, Read More…
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Recognized for Visionary Leadership, Josie Erzetic to be Celebrated at EHRC’s Awards of Excellence
December 17, 2025 Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is proud to announce Josie Erzetic, President and CEO of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), as the recipient of the 2025 Leader of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition celebrates visionary leadership and outstanding contributions to Canada’s electricity workforce. Since her appointment as CEO in 2022, Josie has guided Read More…
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Canada-Alberta Memorandum of Understanding
December 17, 2025 Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to drive their shared missions. This framework for an agreement will strengthen federal-provincial collaboration in the energy sector to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, unlock the full potential of Alberta’s energy resources, and create hundreds of thousands of new Read More…
Product News
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Schneider Electric Debuts One Digital Grid Platform to Help Utilities Modernize and Address Energy Costs
Schneider Electric has announced the availability of its One Digital Grid Platform, a unified, artificial intelligence AI-enabled software platform… Read More…
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Hydro One Seeks Approval to Build the Welland Thorold Power Line
November 25, 2025 Hydro One announced it has filed an application with the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) to construct a new double-circuit 230-kilovolt transmission line between Abitibi Consolidated Junction, within an existing Hydro One transmission corridor in Thorold and Crowland Transformer Station (TS) in Welland. In addition to the line work, Hydro One will also Read More…
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ABB Unveils Ability™ BuildingPro to Accelerate Decarbonization and Digital Transformation in Smart and Sustainable Buildings
November 17, 2025 ABB has announced the launch of ABB Ability™ BuildingPro, a cybersecure integration platform designed to connect, manage, and optimize building operations. Available across more than 40 countries worldwide, the solution supports key sectors including commercial real estate, education, healthcare, hospitality, and government – helping organizations accelerate decarbonization and digital transformation. Acting as Read More…
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LEDVANCE Expands PHASE EV™ Lineup with New 80 amp Level 2 Commercial Charger
November 5, 2025 LEDVANCE has announced the North American availability of its new PHASE EV™ 80 Amp Level 2 Commercial Charger, the latest evolution in its growing EVSE portfolio. Building on the success of the PHASE EV™ Gen 2 (48 amp) release earlier this year, the new 80 amp model delivers nearly 20 kW of Read More…
Events
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Reviewing Phase 2: Offshore Wind Integration & Transmission Study
December 17, 2025 January 15, 2026 1:00pm – 2:00pm AST Presented by Stantec Consulting Ltd. & Net Zero Atlantic This webinar presents findings and key insights from the Net Zero Atlantic Offshore Wind Integration & Transmission Study – Phase 2. The study evaluated the technical, locational, and economic potential for offshore wind development in Atlantic Read More…
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2026 EHRC Awards of Excellence: Feb. 19, Toronto
December 15, 2025 The electricity sector’s premier leadership event Toronto on Feb. 19, 2026 Register HERE Celebrating the champions of a workforce that’s safety-focused, innovative and inclusive. This annual gathering shines a spotlight on the people and projects driving progress and innovation. It brings together nearly 200 employers, industry and labour organizations, academic institutions and Read More…
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EDA Release Preliminary Agenda for EDIST 2026
November 12, 2025 EDIST 2026 Powering Growth: Building the Energy System of the Future January 20-22, 2026 Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto The EDIST 2026 preliminary agenda is now available! Join electricity professionals, technology innovators, and policy leaders from across Canada as we explore the future of energy through sessions on: This is your opportunity to Read More…
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EV & Charging Expo 2026 Registration Open – April 8-9
Registration is now open for Electric Autonomy’s fourth annual EV & Charging Expo, happening April 8-9, 2026 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto. Read More…