Westario Power Elects New Board Chair and Vice Chair at Annual Shareholder Meeting

Westario Power Elects New Board Chair and Vice Chair at Annual Shareholder Meeting

Recently, Westario Power Inc. was pleased to announce the election of a new Board Chair and Vice Chair at its recently concluded Annual Shareholder Meeting. Luke Charbonneau, Mayor of Saugeen Shores, has been elected as the new Board Chair of Westario Power. Chair Charbonneau brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of leadership to the role. His strategic vision and deep understanding of the evolving energy landscape make him the ideal candidate to guide Westario Power in its continued growth and success.

Oshawa Power Announces New CEO & Leadership Team

Oshawa Power Announces New CEO & Leadership Team

The Oshawa Power Group of Companies proudly presents its new CEO and leadership team, part of their business transformation and modernization plan. Daniel Arbour has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. Denise Carpenter, interim President and CEO will resume her role as Board Chair. Mr. Arbour’s employment with Oshawa Power commenced on April 11, 2023.

Hydro Ottawa and IBEW Reach Four-Year Collective Agreement

Hydro Ottawa and IBEW Reach Four-Year Collective Agreement

October 11, 2023 Hydro Ottawa and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) have ratified a new four-year collective agreement, ending a labour disruption that began on June 28, 2023. The agreement provides employees with generous wage increases, as well as increases in benefits, premiums and allowances.  “I recognize that this labour disruption was difficult…

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Toronto Hydro Adds First Fully Electric Bucket Truck to its Fleet

Toronto Hydro is one of the first utilities in Ontario to add a fully electric bucket truck to its fleet. This addition to Toronto Hydro’s decarbonized fleet marks an important step forward for the utility company’s commitment to the electrification of fleet operations and achieving net-zero emissions in its operations by 2040.

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Alectra Charges Forward With Its First All-Electric Bucket Truck

Alectra Utilities has added an International eMV all-electric double bucket truck to its fleet, as part of the company’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The EV will be used by powerline technicians in day-to-day overhead line maintenance operations. The truck Alectra received is one of the first to be delivered in Ontario.

Enlightened Building Technologies Announces Acquisition of the Airmax Group of Companies

Enlightened Building Technologies Announces Acquisition of the Airmax Group of Companies

Enlightened Building Technologies Inc. (“Enlightened”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Airmax Group of Companies (the “Airmax Group”), which includes Airmax Technologies Inc., Flowmax Technologies Inc., Glow Brand Manufacturing Inc., Glow Technologies Inc., and Hydronic Centre Inc. The Airmax Group is a highly respected North American manufacturer of energy efficient domestic hot water boilers and air handlers serving the residential new construction marketplace.

FLO Announces Sale of First FLO Ultra Fast Chargers to Vermont Utility

FLO Announces Sale of First FLO Ultra Fast Chargers to Vermont Utility

FLO has announced its first sale of the all-new, FLO Ultra fast charger to Green Mountain Power (GMP) in Vermont. Manufactured with a revolutionary flexible design, FLO Ultra provides drivers with a convenient, intuitive, and lightning-fast charging experience. These first chargers, which are Buy America compliant, will be produced at FLO’s Auburn Hills facility. FLO’s distribution partner, Rexel Energy Solutions, supported the sale to GMP.

Generating the Workforce to Deliver Affordable, Reliable Power for Alberta

Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), in partnership with the Government of Alberta, is launching a series of resources to address current and future workforce requirements to help ensure the integrity of Alberta’s power grid – now and for future generations. A reliable power grid for hospitals, grocery stores – to keep the farms and communities running and for the many devices and machines that are used every day – is critical for Albertans, and for the economy.

Ontario’s Municipal Leaders hear from PUC President & CEO Robert Brewer on Community Wide Smart Grid

Ontario’s Municipal Leaders hear from PUC President & CEO Robert Brewer on Community Wide Smart Grid

August 21, 2023 – Members of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) heard from PUC President & CEO, Robert Brewer on the upcoming launch of the Sault Smart Grid, Canada’s first community-wide smart grid, and the radical transition taking place in the energy sector.  Brewer spoke to a packed house on the topic of energy…

Westario Power Welcomes New President and CEO, Walter Malcolm

Westario Power Welcomes New President and CEO, Walter Malcolm

May 1, 2023 – Westario Power introduced new interim President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Walter Malcolm, on Monday, May 1st. Malcolm will lead the utility as an experienced leader who previously worked throughout all segments of the utility industry. “I am happy to announce that Walter Malcolm accepted the interim position of the President…

ERTH Power Recognized by EDA and IESO for its Green Button Solution

ERTH Power Recognized by EDA and IESO for its Green Button Solution

September 25, 2023 ERTH Power Corporation on Monday was recognized with the Innovation Excellence Award at the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) annual awards gala in Toronto, Ontario. The award, sponsored by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), recognizes outstanding achievement in innovation by an EDA member company. ERTH Power received the award in recognition of…

Elexicon Energy Celebrates Completion of its Belleville Operations Centre

Elexicon Energy Celebrates Completion of its Belleville Operations Centre

September 25, 2023 Recently, Elexicon Energy held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of its new Belleville Operations Centre. Elexicon President and CEO, Indrani Butany-DeSouza, was joined by the Honourable Todd Smith, MPP for Bay of Qunite and Minister of Energy; City of Belleville Mayor, Neil Ellis; and the Honourable Shelby Kramp-Neuman, MP…

Algoma Power Inc. Open House & Ribbon Cutting for Sault Ste Marie Work Centre

Algoma Power Inc. Open House & Ribbon Cutting for Sault Ste Marie Work Centre

September 25, 2023 On Tuesday May 2, 2023 an Open House and official ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Algoma Power Inc. (API)‘s new work centre location in Sault Ste Marie.  Those in attendance included API employees, members of our Executive team, City of Sault Ste. Marie dignitaries including Mayor Shoemaker as well the S.&T….