Laying the Foundation for the G7’s first Small Modular Reactor
At the Darlington New Nuclear Project site, OPG has safely completed a monumental lift for the construction of the G7’s first SMR.
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Neoen and Garden River First Nation Awarded 20-year Contract for Ontario’s Largest Solar Farm
April 22, 2026 Neoen, and Garden River First Nation have been awarded a 20-year solar contract by Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) in its competitive Long-Term 2 Energy Supply procurement process. The contract covers 100% of the output from the future 253 MWp / 200 MWac solar farm. Located approximately 55 km east of…
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Hydro Ottawa Drives Green Efforts with 15 per cent EV Fleet and Customer Decarbonization Initiatives
April 22, 2026 Hydro Ottawa Group (Hydro Ottawa) is proud to announce its selection as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the 15th year. This prestigious designation recognizes the utility’s dual role as a leader in sustainable operations and a critical partner in helping the customers it serves transition to a net-zero future. Guided by…
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Science World Unveils B.C.’s First Vertical Solar Array as Part of Major Energy Efficiency Overhaul
April 13, 2026 Nearly four decades after it captured global attention during Expo ’86, Science World is undergoing a major energy overhaul that is reshaping the landmark for a low‑carbon future. In partnership with BC Hydro, the non-profit is in the midst of a $39‑million retrofit designed to significantly reduce the building’s energy use by…
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Hydro-Québec Launches New Wind Power Call for Tenders
April 13, 2026 To meet the sustained growth in electricity demand, Hydro-Québec has launched a new call for tenders for wind energy procurement. Bidders must satisfy more robust criteria designed to maximize economic benefits for Québec and ensure that projects are harmoniously integrated into their host environments. Depending on the competitiveness of the bids and their…
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IESO Approves 14 Projects from Long-Term 2 Energy Supply RFP
April 13, 2026 In August 2024, the province launched the largest competitive public procurement to secure new power in Ontario’s history. The Independent Electricity System (IESO) has executed on that direction competitively procuring more than 1,300 megawatts (MW) of new electricity supply by approving 14 projects across the province. Each successful project received strong municipal support and includes…
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Oshawa Power Receives Federal Funding to Advance Grid Modernization
April 7, 2026 Oshawa Power is pleased to announce it has received $400,000 in federal funding through Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Energy Innovation Program in support of its Distribution System Operator (DSO) initiative, entitled “Empowering Energy Transition: A Distribution System Operator Enabled Demand Response Program”. The funding will support a capacity-building project resulting in the…
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Federal Government Invests in Three Projects to Battery Innovation Projects in Quebec
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…
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Protecting Power at Scale: Util-Assist’s SecureAssist
April 7, 2026 Util-Assist’s SecureAssist service is providing physical security for the Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park, the largest operating battery energy storage facility of its kind in Canada. The facility, powered by Tesla Megapacks 2XL, was developed jointly by Boralex Inc. and the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation. The multi-acre site in Ontario stores…
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Saint John Energy launches $19.5M Grid Forward project with support from the Government of Canada
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 —…
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Hydro-Québec to Reinforce the Grid and Increase Capacity at Saint-Jean Substation
April 7, 2026 Hydro-Québec has launched a major project to increase capacity at Saint-Jean substation in Dollard-des-Ormeaux. The work will help meet the rising electricity demand in Montréal’s West Island while helping to improve service quality. Work to convert the substation—which currently serves some households and businesses in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Pointe-Claire, Kirkland and Beaconsfield—to 315/25 kV…
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Brampton to see $28.6M in Grid Upgrades Focused on Reliability and Faster Restoration
April 7, 2026 Alectra Utilities plans to invest approximately $28.6 million in capital renewal and system enhancement projects across Brampton in 2026, supporting reliable electricity service, accommodating continued growth and strengthening the city’s local electricity grid. Brampton is one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario, with increasing demand for electricity driven by new housing,…
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Hydro-Québec launches Request for Information to Inform Potential Development of Offshore Wind Farms off Nova Scotia
March 25, 2026 Hydro-Québec is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to assess options for the supply and transmission of electricity generated by offshore wind farms located off the coast of Nova Scotia. The RFI aims to gather information from energy industry developers on: Hydro–Québec at the heart of regional energy systems With its large…
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Multi-Residential Smart EV Charging Project in Richmond, British Columbia
March 25, 2026 Richmond Centre in British Columbia multi-residential electric vehicle (EV) charging project is comprised of 1,212 Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers In July of 2025, the Richmond Centre proudly announced one of Canada’s largest multi-residential electric vehicle (EV) charging projects. Featuring 1,212 state-of-the-art Elocity smart chargers installed within a parkade spanning an area equivalent to six…
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Victoriaville Municipal V2X Charging Station in Collaboration with Polara
March 25, 2026 In October of 2025, the City of Victoriaville, in collaboration with Polara, is installed the very first municipal V2X (vehicle-to-all) two-way charging station in Canada. Located at City Hall, this innovation is part of the City’s approach to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and explore new sustainable energy solutions. This pilot project paves…
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Alectra to Invest $46 million in Major Electricity Upgrades in Mississauga
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…
