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…
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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…
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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…
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Municipal Renewable Revenues Reach $70M in Alberta, but Future Growth Uncertain
November 25, 2025 Albertan municipalities collected a record $70 million in tax revenues from wind and solar projects this year, marking a 30 per cent increase from last year, according to new analysis by the Business Renewables Centre-Canada. But this may represent a peak rather than a trend. “Municipal tax revenues amounted to $70 million…
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IESO Releases 2026 Demand Forecast
November 25, 2025 The IESO has just released its 2026 demand forecast, which projects electricity demand across Ontario over a 25-year horizon. Consistent with recent years, we continue to expect significant increases in demand throughout the province driven largely by economic development, population growth and the electrification of industry and daily life. The latest outlook…
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Closing the Gap: What it Will Take to Deliver on North America’s Electrification Goals
How we invest in our power systems over the next 10 years will determine the stability and competitiveness of the next 50.
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Ontario Quietly Drops Emissions Targets and Action Plans in Fall Economic Statement
November 12, 2025 As part of Ontario’s Economic Outlook released this month, Ontario quietly removed a section of the Cap and Trade Cancellation Act that requires the province to set emissions targets, develop a climate change plan, and report on progress to support goals. “It’s unclear how Ontario expects to achieve measurable results on reducing…
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Ontario is About to Introduce a Whole New Level of Energy Competition
Ontario has taken the first steps towards establishing a new layer of competition in its electricity markets, potentially benefiting both consumers and the power grid with cost savings and innovation.
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Budget 2025 Sets Stage for Climate-Competitive Canada
November 12, 2025 HRIS SEVERSON-BAKER, executive director at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the Government of Canada’s Budget 2025 and Climate Competitiveness Strategy: “Canada urgently needs to build a stronger, more dynamic economy – one that is resilient to the volatile geopolitical context we’re in. In this context, recalibrating our economy…
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Internet-Accessible ICS Attacks by Hacktivists
November 12, 2025 The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) published an alert today describing attacks on Industrial Control Systems (ICS) that were accessible from the Internet. ICS are used to monitor and control critical processes such as the generation, storage, and distribution of energy products. These attacks have the potential to cause serious harm…
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Looking Back on the Nexans Innovation Summit in Discussion with Tim King & Hugo Lafontaine
Nexans’ 2025 Innovation Summit held at the Royal Fairmont York in Toronto this October, called for strong leadership as we transition toward an electricity-based economy.
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Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI): Quality and Reliability in Ferromagnetic Materials
October 16, 2025 Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) is a cutting-edge critical non-destructive testing (NDT) method used to identify surface and near-surface defects in ferromagnetic materials. While MPI is not a government-registered trade in Ontario, it stands as a highly specialized skill within the broader field of NDT. Why MPI Matters MPI is a trusted inspection…
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Call for ECT-NB is Now Open and ECT-NS Open Call Continues
October 15, 2025 Proposals for New Brunswick-based Research Wanted for Emerging Concepts & Technologies Research Program Proposals for New Brunswick-based Research Wanted for Emerging Concepts & Technologies Research ProgramEight priority research themes have been selected for New Brunswick, focusing research and development efforts on solutions relevant to local sectors and challenges. The grant program covers…
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London Hydro CEO Warns of Dangerous Tampering Tied to Copper Thefts
October 8, 2025 London Hydro CEO, Ysni Semsedini, joined Devon Peacock on the Morning Show to discuss the growing issue of copper thefts in 2025.
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Empowering Ontario’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure with Band-N-Go Solutions
October 7, 2025 By Band-N-Go Introduction At Band-N-Go, we are at the forefront of supporting Ontario’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) by supplying essential products to those enhancing the infrastructure needed for public charging stations. As the number of electric vehicles increases, so does the demand for accessible public charging options. We actively participate as…
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Uniquely Canadian Market Outlook Report for Wind, Solar and Energy Storage Now Available
September 23, 2025 In partnership with Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors (Dunsky), the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) was proud to present highlights from its new report in a full-capacity webinar, launching “Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage.,” the first, comprehensive, Canada-specific market outlook report for renewable energy and energy storage. “We designed…
