August 25, 2026 Canadian Solar Inc. announced that e-STORAGE, its energy storage solutions business, has successfully completed Large-Scale Fire Testing (LSFT) for its KuBank 3.0 commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage system under the latest UL 9540A:2026 standard, becoming the industry’s first to pass this rigorous large-scale fire test. KuBank 3.0 delivers up to 940 kWh of energy…
August 25, 2026 Aug 9, 2026: BC Hydro crews achieved a major milestone yesterday, restoring power to approximately 2,700 customers affected by the Bradley Creek wildfire following extensive repairs to infrastructure damaged by wildfire and the windstorm that swept through the area last weekend. Power was restored in phases throughout the afternoon and evening as…
August 25, 2026 Every year, one special day at the Capital Fair is dedicated to accessibility for families in Ottawa. Special Needs Day is a heartwarming tradition designed specifically for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities, as well as sensory sensitivities. This partnership brings all the magic of the fairgrounds–from midway rides to…
August 25, 2026 As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, Oakville Hydro is participating in a new Ontario-wide project that will help local electricity distributors better understand and manage the impact of EV charging on the electricity grid. The project, led by BluWave-ai, brings together Oakville Hydro and other Ontario local distribution companies (LDCs)…
August 24, 2026 Company initiates public safety power shutoff for first time in its history during second quarter of 2026 AltaLink is committed to reducing the likelihood of its transmission system igniting a catastrophic wildfire. During the second quarter of 2026, for the first time in AltaLink’s history, AltaLink initiated its public safety power shutoff…
August 24, 2026 Northern Transformer is proud to be recognized in the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Future of Energy Report as part of Ontario’s nuclear supply chain supporting major energy infrastructure projects. Beyond this recognition, the report highlights several priorities that are shaping Ontario’s energy future, including the need to strengthen domestic transformer manufacturing, improve…
August 24, 2026 Ontario’s electricity needs are growing and new transmission infrastructure is essential to support economic development, integrate new generation resources, and ensure a reliable electricity system for the future. The IESO has released three bulk transmission plans covering the east, south and central, and north of Sudbury areas of the province, each recommending…
August 24, 2026 This enhanced agreement lays the foundation for the largest renewable energy project in North America. Tony Wakeham, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, joined Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, and Christine Fréchette, Premier of Quebec, and representatives from Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro and Hydro-Quebec to announce a new deal to develop Churchill…
August 12, 2026 Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation (CSMC) is honoured to announce that it is receiving a $4.5 million Government of Canada investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to advance Canadian-made energy solutions that will secure the North. This investment is a major milestone that will accelerate the development of CSMC’s…
August 12, 2026 Annual Community Meeting highlights how a model already used in Oakville, Ont., could let Saint John Energy grow while keeping rates low Saint John Energy says modernizing the century-old provincial legislation that governs the utility would help protect affordability for customers and create new opportunities for the community, pointing to a model…
August 12, 2026 Fibre expansion on Cortes Island is gaining momentum once again. Today, 205 households are connected to CityWest’s fibre network, with 1,024 homes eligible for service as construction continues across the island. Over the coming months, residents can expect to see crews working in additional neighbourhoods as CityWest advances its commitment to bringing…
August 12, 2026 Utility wins Esri SAG Award for GIS-based dam safety system that improves risk insight, decisions and community safety in British Columbia Esri Canada congratulates BC Hydro for receiving the prestigious Esri Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award for its Dam Safety Information System (DSIS). BC Hydro was selected from thousands of Esri customer organizations…
August 12, 2026 Atlantic Canadian utility recognized for using geographic information systems to support grid resilience, operational continuity and modernization Esri Canada congratulates Nova Scotia Power on receiving the Esri Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award for its innovative use of geographic information system (GIS) technology to support grid resilience, operational continuity and digital transformation. Presented annually…
August 12, 2026 August 9: BC Hydro crews achieved a major milestone yesterday, restoring power to approximately 2,700 customers affected by the Bradley Creek wildfire following extensive repairs to infrastructure damaged by wildfire and the windstorm that swept through the area last weekend. Power was restored in phases throughout the afternoon and evening as crews…
August 10, 2026 Bruce Telecom is celebrating a major milestone in 2026, marking 115 years of serving and connecting local communities across Bruce County and surrounding areas. What began as a small, community-driven communications service in the early 1900s has grown into a modern telecommunications provider delivering fibre internet, phone, and technology solutions to thousands…
July 23, 2026 Maritime provinces are at a pivotal moment in their energy transition, with each province committed to ensuring reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity systems for its citizens. The provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore whether greater regional co-operation could improve affordability,…