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Feature
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The IESO’s Solar Eclipse Preparation and Ontario’s Evolving Energy Mix
By Blake Marchand
The April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse was the first since 2008, although that event was only visible from Nunavut. The last total eclipse visible from Ontario was 1979 and the next one in Canada is slated for 2044. This time around there was some disappointment across Ontario due to cloudy conditions. Despite the cloud cover, the eclipse did have an impact on the solar generation in the province. We spoke to IESO’s Sr Manager, System Operations, Joseph Ricasio to gain some insight into how Ontario’s energy regulator prepared for the event. Read More... |
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Making Connections
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Sandy Lake First Nation Energized by Wataynikaneyap Power
Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Sandy Lake First Nation. The northern Ontario community was connected to the provincial power grid on April 18, 2024. On June 21, Sandy Lake First Nation invited Wataynikaneyap Power, Opiikapawiin Services, government, and other stakeholders to celebrate this momentous occasion in the community. Read More... |
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Industry Recognition
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ECAO 2024 Douglas J.B. Wright Award: Allan Kellett, Co-Owner of K-Line Group of Companies
Congratulations to Mr. Allan Kellett, Co-Owner of K-Line Group of Companies, on being named the recipient of the ECAO’s 2024 Douglas J.B. Wright Award! The award was presented earlier this month as part of ECAO’s Annual General Meeting. Read More... |
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Hermanville Wind Farm Repair Update
In 2023, there were major repairs to turbines T1, T2, T3, T5 and T7. Repairs have resulted in better energy generation. The repairs will extend the life of existing shafts and improve the reliability of new ones. April 2024 was the best energy producing month in more than two years at over 6,000 MWh produced from eight turbines, with four of those turbines running above 97% availability. Read More... |
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Pattern Energy Signs Power Purchase Agreement for Broughton Wind Project in Québec
Pattern Energy announced it has signed a 30-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Hydro-Québec for its 150-megawatt (MW) Broughton Wind project, located in the municipalities of Saint-Pierre-de-Broughton, Sacré-Coeur-de-Jésus and Thetford Mines in Québec, approximately 40 miles south of Québec City. Broughton Wind will provide enough safe, affordable, and renewable electricity to power more than 25,000 homes in Québec annually. Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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EvoPacTTM - Digital Vacuum Circuit Breakers Built for the Future
Schneider Electric’s EvoPacTTM medium voltage circuit breakers bring infrastructure, large industrial and commercial buildings, electro-intensive processes, and cloud and service providers into the future with IoT-enabled features that meet the needs of our all digital, all electric world. By bringing us closer to our facilities’ operations than ever before, EvoPacTTM improves how we interact with our electrical systems, ushering in the digital revolution. |
EvoPacTTM digital circuit breakers are made with more than 45 years of medium-voltage design experience and are manufactured using in-house, and best-in-class components, giving you improved uptime and product longevity. The longevity of EvoPacTTM is further enhanced by the latest innovative sensors that continuously monitor health and self-detect abnormal conditions, sending you real-time alerts. Discover more. |
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Hammond Power Solutions Expands in Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexico with New Manufacturing Plant
Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) is proud to announce the expansion of its manufacturing capabilities in Mexico with the opening of a fourth plant in Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon. This significant investment underscores HPS’s unwavering commitment in Mexico as a strategic location, while strengthening its production capacity and enhancing local economic growth. Read More... |
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Unifor Members Vote to Strike at Manitoba Hydro
Manitoba Hydro Utility Service’s management’s refusal to grant the public sector pattern wage increases has led to an overwhelming strike vote at Unifor Local 681. “If Manitoba Hydro intends to widen compensation gaps within its workforce, we’re going to have a problem,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Local 681 members will have the support of Unifor members from coast to coast as they pursue a fair contract.” Read More... |
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Hydro-Québec Presents the Results of Dialogue on its Action Plan 2035 and Makes Over 40 Commitments
Hydro-Québec is presenting the report on the dialogue that it carried out over the past few months to gather ideas and solutions to improve and its Action Plan and bring it to fruition. The discussions held were productive and demonstrated that Quebecers have a strong interest in the province’s energy future. Read More... |
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Growth in Burnaby Powered by Clean, Affordable Electricity
BC Hydro will construct more than $1.25 billion in capital projects throughout Burnaby over the next decade to upgrade and expand the electricity grid, and provide clean power for homes and businesses in growing communities. In January 2024, the Province announced BC Hydro’s updated 10-year capital plan, which contains $36 billion in regional and community infrastructure investments throughout B.C., which is a 50% increase in investments over its previous capital plan. Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Changing the Game: IDEAL Unveils New Circuit Tracer Models
IDEAL Electrical is pleased to announce the addition of two innovative circuit tracer models to its industry-leading lineup. Both the IDEAL Electrical SureTrace™ Circuit Tracer and the IDEAL Electrical SureTrace™ Plus Circuit Tracer will enhance the trusted SureTrace line by incorporating the latest technological advances at a more affordable price. The new models were designed using electrician’s feedback to ensure electrical troubleshooting is made easier than ever. The Plus version distinguishes itself further with a groundbreaking new feature: an integrated continuity test to detect shorts and splice errors. |
In addition to this patent-pending feature, the Plus will also contain the IDEAL Electrical signature test and measurement technology – TightSight™ rotating display – which allows readings to be seen easier and clearer than anything else available on the market. Learn More... |
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Hydro Ottawa Presents 2023 Annual Report to City Council
Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. presented its 2023 Annual Report, highlighting successes in enabling sustainable energy solutions for customers, preparing for and responding to extreme weather events, and maintaining a safe and reliable supply of electricity. Read More... |
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OPG Releases Sustainable Finance Framework
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has released its Sustainable Finance Framework, replacing OPG’s Green Bond Framework (2021). The Framework will permit funding of a broader range of clean energy technologies as well as initiatives to create opportunities for Indigenous communities and businesses. Read More... |
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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: EcoCharge IGA Becomes the First Network in the Country to Introduce Night Rates
Papillons Infrastructure Nature and Earth Day Canada announce the implementation of a preferential night rate on its EcoCharge IGA fast-charging network for electric vehicles, a first in the country. Starting June 17, 2024, electric vehicle users will benefit from a discount of 10 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) from 9:00 PM to 5:59 AM when charging their vehicle. By becoming the first fast-charging network in Canada to offer a discount during off-peak electricity periods, Papillons Infrastructure Nature, the operator of the EcoCharge network, aims to make charging more accessible to users while reducing pressure on the electrical grid. Read More... |
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FortisBC Reaches Another Milestone with 50,000 Electric Vehicle Charges at its Stations
FortisBC Inc.’s (FortisBC) network of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations has achieved another milestone surpassing a total of 50,000 EV charges. Since opening its first public charging station in 2018, more and more drivers have been using FortisBC’s charging stations each year. In 2023, drivers charged up their vehicles 38 per cent more often than in 2022. Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Introducing the Low Carbon AC90 Cable by Nexans
Nexans presents the first eco-designed AC90 cable in Canada, offering at least 10% CO2 savings and using 14% recycled copper. Engineered for superior usability, it features a flexible armour profile, stamp on the spool, and colour-coded labels for easy identification. Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) provide transparent impact data via QR codes, with carbon emissions clearly displayed. Bright inner spool markings indicate remaining cable length, aiding efficient usage management. Combining sustainability, innovation, and ease of use, Nexans AC90 meets the needs of modern electricians, aligning with today’s environmental and practical demands. Learn More... |
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SaskPower CEO Rupen Pandya Elected to Canadian Nuclear Association Board
SaskPower President and CEO Rupen Pandya has been elected to Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA)’s Board of Directors. “The nuclear industry has deep roots in Canada and has never been more important than it is today,” said Pandya. “I feel fortunate to join such a knowledgeable and experienced board, and I look forward to providing my perspective in the months and years to come.” Read More... |
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Ontario Energy Network Announces Chair and Board for 2024-25
The Ontario Energy Network is pleased to announce that their Chair for 2024-2025 is Cara Clairman, President & CEO of Plug’n Drive, with Chris Wray, Director of Government & Corporate Relations at Alectra serving as Vice Chair. Read More... |
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Product News
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PME Pad-Mounted Gear from S&C
Maybe you have existing live-front gear that’s battling some wildlife issues. Maybe you require the safety of isolated components, but you don’t have the budget or the need for fully submersible switchgear. Maybe you’re just looking for better overall reliability. S&C’s PME Pad-Mounted Gear is dead-front, air-insulated underground distribution switchgear that provides safety and reliability upgrades... Read More... |
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Investment Capital
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Export Development Canada (EDC) Issues Its Sixth Green Bond at USD$1 Billion
In an effort to support a low-carbon future, Export Development Canada (EDC), Canada’s export credit agency, has issued a USD$1 billion green bond. The bond will attract capital for climate-focused investments and help progress EDC’s sustainable finance efforts. This is EDC's fourth green bond in U.S. dollars and its sixth green bond overall. Previous bonds issued include CAD$500 million in August 2019, CAD$500 million in August 2017, USD$500 million in May 2017, USD$300 million in December 2015 and USD$300 million in January 2014. Each bond received strong support from the investor community. Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Rexel Utility is the Premier Distributor of Medium and High-Voltage Products in the Canadian Utility Market
Rexel Utility is the distributor of choice for investor-owned utilities (IOUs), public power municipalities, rural electrification associations (REA’s) and contractors seeking solutions for transmission, distribution and substation projects.
Our capabilities include the supply of medium and high voltage material packages while continuing to support the transmission and distribution line material needs nationally. |
Rexel Utility has partnered with the Rexel Wire & Cable Centre to offer a comprehensive range of wire and cable solutions, including reliable products and services that are designed to meet the needs of the Canadian utility market. Let’s Get Started > |
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Daily News
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IESO Releases Near Term Reliability Outlook
Ontario’s electricity system is prepared for this summer season and is expected to have adequate supply and reserves over the next 18 months. The IESO has released its latest Reliability Outlook which assesses the reliability of Ontario’s electricity system over the near term. Read More... |
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Canadian Hydro
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McGill Professor Issues Statement on Canada’s Hydro Capacity
Lower-than-normal rain and snow have reduced Canada’s hydropower production, and increased its reliance on U.S. energy imports. The impacts of climate change are adding uncertainty to rain and snow fall predictions. François Bouffard, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, released a breif statement on this development, reported on by the New York Times. “Hydrological cycles, with their peaks and valleys, are an integral part of hydrogeneration planning and risk management. The situation we are witnessing currently in North America illustrates very well the need to seek energy system integration across large regions of the continent. To achieve this will require vast developments and upgrades to our electricity transmission infrastructure.” Read More... |
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Ysni Semsedini Appointed as London Hydro’s New CEO
Connie Graham, Chair of London Hydro Inc. on behalf of the board is pleased to announce the appointment of Ysni Semsedini as its Chief Executive Officer, effective August 6, 2024.
Ysni Semsedini brings over 20 years of experience of electricity distribution, telecom, manufacturing and healthcare to London Hydro. He previously held the position of CEO at NT Power and Festival Hydro. Read More... |
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NT Power Announces Leadership Transition
NT Power announces a significant leadership transition within the organization. After four years as NT Power’s President & CEO, Ysni Semsedini has accepted the position of Chief Executive Officer with London Hydro, commencing August 6, 2024. To ensure continuity in leadership and maintain the exemplary customer service standards that NT Power is known for, the Board of Directors has appointed Stuart Smith as its interim CEO. Read More... |
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