October 19, 2026 ERTH Corporation is pleased to announce that the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has approved its applications to acquire Westario Power Inc. and merge with Tillsonburg Hydro Inc., paving the way for the organizations to move forward with the transactions. In its decision, the OEB concluded that both transactions satisfy its “no harm”…
Hitachi Energy will invest $479 million CAD (more than $330 million USD) in its insulation and components business in North America with the construction of a new, state-of-the-art Transformer Insulation Factory in London, Ontario, Canada.
September 7, 2026 Emera, ATCO and Canadian Utilities announced a definitive agreement to bring together Emera and Canadian Utilities in a merger of equals, creating a Canadian utility and energy infrastructure powerhouse with the scale to help power Canada’s growth ambitions, while continuing to invest in and grow its operations across its jurisdictions, including in…
September 23, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions announced that it has signed a long-term lease for a new manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The facility will expand HPS’s ability to serve U.S.-based customers requiring large standard and custom-engineered transformers. The Fort Worth facility is strategically located to improve proximity to key customers, shorten delivery distances…
September 8, 2026 GridSmartCity is pleased to announce CES Transformers and Landis+Gyr as its newest corporate partners, effective September 1, 2026. Ontario’s electricity sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by electrification, digital technologies, and growing customer expectations. To support this evolution, utilities require both modern grid infrastructure and intelligent technologies that improve visibility, reliability, and operational performance. By welcoming…
September 8, 2026 SaskPower and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2067 announced in July that they have reached a new collective bargaining agreement. “We are incredibly grateful for the work of IBEW Local 2067 members who ensure that Saskatchewan residents have access to reliable and affordable power every day of the year,”…
September 8, 2026 Moltex Energy today announced that Nuclea Energy Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Moltex’s advanced nuclear technology portfolio, following a competitive bidding process that attracted significant interest in the company and its technologies. The transaction represents an important next step for a technology platform developed over more than a…
September 8, 2026 Manitoba Hydro announced today that Allan Danroth has left the utility for personal reasons after two years as the corporation’s President and CEO. Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board Chair Jamie Wilson said that Hal Turner, the utility’s current Chief Operating Officer, will act as interim President and CEO effective immediately. Turner joined Manitoba Hydro…
September 8, 2026 The City of Barrie and Lakehead University celebrated the completion of the Lakehead University Barrie STEM Hub in the heart of downtown Barrie’s vibrant waterfront. Bringing a university presence to the city represents a transformative investment in talent, education, and economic growth in Barrie. The Barrie STEM Hub is a multi-site facility…
September 8, 2026 K-Line Insulators are proud to congratulate Tony Carreira on receiving the CIGRE Distinguished Member award at last week’s conference in Paris, France. This honour recognizes Tony for his long-standing membership and exceptional contributions to both the Canadian National Committee and the broader CIGRE organization. “Through many years of involvement with CIGRE, Tony…
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), the Energy Council of Canada and the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) has announced the launch of the Energy and Electricity Workforce Alliance…
August 24, 2026 AltaLink has announced the retirement of David Koch, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 30, 2026. “During his more than 10 years with AltaLink, Dave has made a valuable contribution to our company and our customers,” said Paul Lee, AltaLink President. “His financial leadership has positioned AltaLink for continued…
August 12, 2026 The Ontario Energy Association (OEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Telford, President and CEO of Hydro One to its Board of Directors, following the retirement of former President and CEO David Lebeter. Megan Telford steps into her new role at a pivotal time for Hydro One with a clear…
August 12, 2026 Schneider Electric Canada is strengthening its commercial leadership to help customers navigate the new energy landscape. As the world’s most sustainable energy technology company, Schneider Electric helps organizations electrify, automate, and digitalize their operations to improve efficiency, resilience and sustainability. To further enhance the customer experience across Canada, the company has expanded…
August 12, 2026 BC Hydro will acquire Island Generation, a generating facility in Campbell River, to secure electricity reliability on Vancouver Island and provide capacity to support British Columbia’s growing demand for electricity. Island Generation will provide capacity that can be called upon during periods of peak demand. The natural gas-fired facility has operated an…
August 12, 2026 “I am very proud to officially begin the role of President and CEO of the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). Having worked in the sector for much of my career, I know how integral the IESO is to Ontario’s energy future, and I consider it a privilege to join the organization at…