September 9, 2026 The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) is pleased to present their 2026 to 2029 Business Plan (the Plan), which focuses on fiscal year 2026/27 and includes forward-looking preliminary budgets for 2027/28 and 2028/29. The demand for clean, affordable and reliable energy is increasing rapidly. Ontario is advancing a competitive all-of-the-above approach to meet…
September 9, 2026 This second edition of Canada’s Changing Climate Report (CCCR2026) is a scientific assessment of past and future changes in Canada’s climate. It provides an update to the first edition of Canada’s Changing Climate Report (CCCR2019). This report contributes to the Canada in a Changing Climate: National Assessment Process, the national assessment of…
September 9, 2026 Alberta’s data centre policy leaves consumers exposed to electricity market pressures as data centre industry grows New independent analysis from the Pembina Institute explores the impact of Meta’s new hyperscale data centre on Alberta’s electricity market, and concludes that this project could add between $270 and $460 dollars a year to Albertans’ electricity bills…
August 31, 2026 CBC recently reported concern from BC Hydro and Hydro Quebec that copper thefts at EV charging stations are on the rise, as the price of copper is strong. However, there is limited value in the amount of copper that can be extracted from EV charging cables, and the replacements costs are climbing…
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 Noramco provided immediate after-hours support by sourcing and preparing 750 MCM RW90 copper wire within hours, enabling Spark Power to implement a temporary power solution and restore critical hospital operations in under 24 hours. Quick Facts What Caused the Hospital Power Failure? In the early hours of a Saturday morning, a major…
August 12, 2026 New computing facilities are posing unprecedented electricity demand. While underground cable systems offer distinct spatial and aesthetic benefits over traditional overhead lines, continuous heavy loads require specialized thermal and operational planning. Utilities should evaluate connection configuration options and system ampacity factors to optimize reliable power delivery for these critical assets. The rapid…
August 12, 2026 CIGRE – The International Council on Large Electric Systems – is a leading global community committed to the collaborative development and sharing of power system expertise. Founded in 1921 in Paris, CIGRE brings together 20,000 individual members from utilities, manufacturers, system operators, research organization, and academia across more than 100 countries. The…
August 10, 2026 With the recent release of “Powering Canada Strong: A National Strategy for an Electrified Canadian Economy”, a critical question remains: will it enable the growth of Canada’s grid at the pace required? As electricity is the backbone of any economy, the federal government has rightly made growth of the grid, including distribution,…
August 10, 2026 As electric vehicles (EVs) become more integrated into our energy systems, it’s essential to understand the evolving standards and technologies behind their charging infrastructure. This e-book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in unidirectional smart charging (also known as vehicle-one grid, or V1G) and bidirectional charging (also known as vehicle-to-grid,…
August 10, 2026 New CSA Public Policy Centre report explores how standards can support more reliable and resilient energy systems as demand grows and complexity increases As Canada faces increasing pressure to build a more resilient, reliable and secure energy system, a new report from the CSA Public Policy Centre highlights the need for a…
August 10, 2026 Indigenous Energy Monitor (IEM) is an independent data, research, and advisory platform focused on Indigenous participation in Canada’ energy and resource sectors. IEM publishes research and analysis supported by proprietary datasets that provide unique visibility into Indigenous ownership, financial participation, and project involvement across Canada. IEM is non-advocacy and data-driven. This report…
Using 5G to enable reliable autonomous operations in Canada provides more than faster insights, it provides scale and repeatability.
August 10, 2026 Containerized battery energy storage systems (BESS) have expanded rapidly in Canada as utilities, businesses, and communities integrate batteries for grid stability, backup power, renewable energy integration, microgrid support, and hybrid energy systems. This widespread adoption is one reason safety guidance and standards have become more significant, as Canadian regulators and industry stakeholders…
Earlier this year, Bruce Power announced they signed multi-year contracts with ABB to supply advanced excitation…
As discussions continue on the future of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA), Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) met with senior federal officials…