April 8, 2026 The federal government announced over $11 million in funding for three projects under Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program (EIP) – Battery Industry Acceleration Call for Proposals. These investments will support innovation in battery materials and help strengthen Canada’s growing battery and critical minerals value chain, especially in Quebec, which already hosts…
April 7, 2026 B.C. is amending the Zero-Emission Vehicles Act to support automakers, while continuing to boost consumer choice and affordability for people switching to zero-emission vehicles (ZEV). “B.C. is a leader in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in North America, and in leading, we are giving people greater choice while reducing air pollution and emissions…
April 7, 2026 $30 million in funding has been announced to create 900 employment and skills training opportunities over two years for youth across the country in the natural resource sectors, including energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences and clean technology. Through the Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP) – Green Jobs, employers can apply for…
April 7, 2026 Saint John Energy announced Grid Forward Saint John, a $19.5 million modernization of the city’s electricity system, supported by nearly $10 million in funding from Natural Resources Canada. By lowering maintenance costs and enabling the future integration of renewable energy resources, these modernizations will improve grid capacity, reliability, efficiency and resiliency —…
April 7, 2026 Wataynikaneyap Power is currently recruiting for talented post-secondary students for summer employment in these areas: Engineering, Operations, Health & Safety, Finance, Environment, and Human Resources. Become a team member for the largest Indigenous-led infrastructure project in Canada, which will connect 17 remote First Nations in northwestern Ontario with cleaner, more reliable, and…
April 7, 2026 Hydro-Québec is launching a new grant for residential and business customers who want to install solar panels. The grant will provide for $1,000 per kW installed and covers up to 40% of eligible project costs, which can average between $5,000 and $6,000 for residential customers and approximately $45,000 for a business. The…
April 7, 2026 BC Hydro is giving the Site C worker accommodation facility a new and meaningful role by repurposing it to support the construction of the North Coast Transmission Line project. About 85 per cent of the camp – which includes all 21 modular dormitories, the construction site office and other key supporting infrastructure…
Funding from the federal government will help EHRC strengthen training pathways, modernize skills standards and support a more inclusive, job‑ready electricity workforce.
ETCO is excited to introduce a brand-new drone training course for IBEW Canada Power Line Technicians.
March 25, 2026 Alectra Utilities plans to invest approximately $46 million in capital renewal and system enhancement projects across Mississauga in 2026, strengthening the local electricity system, supporting continued growth, and improving reliability for one of Canada’s largest cities. “Mississauga’s size and growth place significant demands on local electricity infrastructure,” said Chris Hudson, Senior Vice…
March 25, 2026 The Oshawa Power team is excited to announce that it is officially breaking ground on its new facility. Reaching this significant milestone marks the beginning of construction through a collaborative partnership involving three industry leaders: Cushman & Wakefield, a global commercial real estate and development services firm with 52,000 professionals worldwide; Barry Bryan and…
March 25, 2026 Excellence in Ontario’s electricity distribution sector took centre stage on March 23 as the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) honoured 14 individuals and utilities for their outstanding contributions to the industry. The annual awards celebration brought together 650 industry professionals to recognize exceptional leadership, innovation and service across the province. The awards highlight…
March 24, 2026 New GR structure introduces a council, working committees, and the Electrify Canada Network to expand industry engagement. Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is strengthening its Government Relations (GR) efforts through a new investment in dedicated resources focused on industry advocacy on trade and electrification policy. This expanded capacity will help ensure the electrical industry…
Ontario utility invests in advanced grid sensing and metering to support demand flexibility, improved planning, and long-term system reliability Festival Hydro is deploying Landis+Gyr’s (SIX: LAND) Revelo platform of advanced grid sensing and metering technology to upgrade its current system and provide long-term support for next generation energy management. Based in Stratford, Ontario, Festival Hydro…
March 10, 2026 The sixth edition of Canada’s top wind, solar and energy storage operations conference reflected the sector’s maturity and future growth potential More than 350 people gathered in Toronto last month for the sixth annual and largest-ever CanREA Operators Summit, Canada’s premier conference and exhibition devoted to the operation and maintenance of renewable energy and energy storage…
March 10, 2026 Braving winter temperatures and icy sidewalks, Alectra employees laced up their boots once again for the annual Coldest Night of the Year walk, raising over $15,000 in support of individuals and families experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness across the communities Alectra serves. “We are incredibly proud of our Alectra team members who…