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Upcoming Event
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Taking Charge: EDIST 2025 January 14-16, Toronto
The Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems and Technology (EDIST) Conference & Tradeshow is an educational conference and tradeshow addressing critical engineering, operational, IT and management issues faced by electric utilities. The event brings together industry professionals, researchers, technology experts, and other stakeholders to discuss the critical challenges and unique opportunities associated with the changing energy landscape. Read More... |
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Alberta Releases New Renewable Energy Regulations
The government of Alberta has announced regulations for renewable energy development around reclamation, land-use, and viewscapes. Amendments to the Activities Designation Regulation and Conservation and Reclamation Regulation includes reclamation requirements across all forms of renewable energy operations, including a mandatory reclamation security requirement. Read More... |
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Nine New Wind Projects Will Boost B.C.’s Affordable Clean-Energy Supply
BC Hydro has selected nine energy projects through its 2024 call for power that will supply clean, affordable electricity to serve B.C.’s growing communities and housing needs, as people and businesses choose clean energy in their lives, homes, vehicles and businesses. BC Hydro received a strong response to its call for new renewable power-generation projects, and through its evaluation process will award 30-year electricity purchase agreements to nine wind projects. Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Nexans Launches Mobiway® Speed Cable Reel System
Mobiway® Speed by Nexans is a groundbreaking solution designed to make cable handling faster, safer, and more efficient for electricians. Featuring ergonomic handles for easy transport, a plug-and-play system for effortless cable pulls, and a stackable design for organized storage, it enhances every aspect of installation. With up to 200 meters of wire per spool, Mobiway® Speed reduces waste and handling time. Engineered for safety, convenience, and productivity, it helps you streamline operations and reduce jobsite hassle. Nexans continues to deliver revolutionary products, empowering electricians to "Unspool the Difference" with ease. Learn More... |
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The Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals for the Offshore Wind Indigenous and Coastal Communities Grant Funding
The Government of Canada has launched an open call for proposals for grant funding to support Indigenous and coastal communities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador in their pursuit of opportunities related to offshore wind development. Grants will provide up to $10,000 in funding per recipient per year until March 31, 2027. Read More... |
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CICE Launches Call for Energy Storage Innovation with BC Hydro
CICE invites proposals from innovators and will offer up to $3 million in non-dilutive investment to projects focused on developing commercial pathways for scalable electricity storage and grid solutions. The Call for Energy Storage Innovation aims to advance the province’s decarbonization and electrification efforts. Read More... |
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- BluWave-ai Completes Canada’s First AI-Driven, Multiple EV OEM Demand Response Events to Support Electrical System at Hydro Ottawa
BluWave-ai announced the company completed Canada’s first AI-Driven demand response events using a managed pool of connected electric vehicles charging in the utility grid during Q3 2024. This milestone was achieved using BluWave-ai EV Everywhere(TM) deployed at Hydro Ottawa, first announced in April 2022.
- IESO 2024 Capacity Auction
IESO’s 2024 Capacity Auction saw the highest level of competition ever, announcing that 2,122.2 megawatts (MW) of supply for summer 2025 and 1,524.6 MW for winter 2025-2026 were procured at a lower clearing price than last year’s auction.
- Rodan Energy Takes Top Spot in IESO Capacity Auction
Rodan Energy Solutions has secured the largest position in this year’s IESO Capacity Auction, reinforcing its leadership as Canada’s foremost Demand Response (DR) provider. The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) announced the results of its latest Capacity Auction, awarding over 2122.2 MW for the 2025 summer period and 1524.6 MW for the 2025/26 winter period.
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Recognizing Excellence
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Electricity Canada Unveils 2024 Centre of Excellence Recipients
Electricity Canada is proud to announce the eight winning projects inducted in its Centre of Excellence for 2024. Submitted from electricity providers across Canada, Electricity Canada’s Centre of Excellence is a collection of projects that demonstrate innovation, leadership and positive community impact. It celebrates the ways the electricity sector can transform people and communities, and it highlights the ingenuity of the Canadian electricity industry. Read More... |
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Federal Measures Helping Build Saskatchewan’s 21st Century Electricity Grid
The federal government has announced a suite of over $265 million job-creating measures for SaskPower and Saskatchewan clean electricity projects to address shared priorities and build a clean future. In the 21st century, a reliable and affordable clean electricity grid is the backbone of a strong economy. Today, more than 80% of Canada’s electricity is generated from clean sources like hydropower, wind, solar, and nuclear—and it’s a big part of the reason why companies are choosing to invest in Canadian workers and business. Read More... |
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Ensuring Access to Affordable, Reliable and Clean Electricity in New Brunswick
The federal government announced over $1 billion in additional investments to ensure that as New Brunswick’s electricity demands grow substantially over the coming years, we meet demand with clean electricity that is both reliable and affordable. NB Power estimates the following investments could help power up to 140,000 homes. Read More... |
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Concord Pacific Unveils World’s Largest EV Parking Facility in Burnaby
Concord Pacific Developments unveiled the parkade for its four-tower Hillside project in Burnaby’s Concord Brentwood community on Monday. Demonstrating its commitment to installing residential EV parking that consistently goes above and beyond city requirements, every one of the underground parking facility’s 1,974 parking spaces has 24/7 access to EV charging, powered by an electrical infrastructure system so robust it has the capacity to supply all power access points at once, if needed. Read More... |
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Halifax Regional Municipality’s Ragged Lake Bus Depot Rooftop Solar
Natural Forces Solar completed the rooftop solar project for Halifax’s Ragged Lake Bus Depot in October of this year. View the LinkedIn post from Solar Nova Scotia below. The system size for the project is 964 kW, with annual production of 1,057,768 kWh. Read More... |
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- Saint John Energy Installing Ten New EV Charging Stations, Including Four Fast Chargers
Saint John Energy is installing 10 new EV chargers – including four Level 3 fast chargers – in Saint John under a project partially funded by Natural Resources Canada. As part of the announcement, representatives from Saint John Energy and Natural Resources Canada outlined how the $380,000 project will bolster the availability of electric vehicle charging in the city.
- BC Hydro Executive VP, Operations, Charlotte Mitha is Awarded the 2024 Women in Electricity Award
Charlotte Mitha, Executive Vice-President, Operations at BC Hydro has been awarded Electricity Canada’s Women in Electricity award for 2024. The Women in Electricity award is given to individuals who advance the important role that women play in the electricity sector, and to recognize leaders in Electricity Canada’s member companies that have worked to create a more diverse and inclusive work environments.
- TransAlta Closes Acquisition of Heartland Generation
TransAlta Corporation announced that it has completed its acquisition of Heartland Generation Ltd. and Alberta Power (2000) Ltd. (collectively, Heartland) from Energy Capital Partners (ECP). The acquisition, which includes Heartland’s entire business operations in Alberta and British Columbia...
- OPG’s 3D Scanning Program Wins 2024 Centre of Excellence Award
OPG’s 3D laser scanning initiative has been recognized by Electricity Canada with its 2024 Centre of Excellence award. Over the last seven years, the innovative program has been a game-changer for OPG and its operations. Using 3D scanning and 5K photogrammetry technology, branded as PowerView, OPG has safely captured highly accurate and detailed...
- Yukon Energy Launches New Version of Peak Smart Home
Yukon Energy has launched the bring-your-own-device version of its demand-side management program, Peak Smart Home. Peak Smart Home shifts electricity consumption away from periods of peak demand using utility-controlled thermostats and hot water tank controllers to reduce pressure on the grid.
- Trilliant Forms Agreement with Oshawa Power to Enable its Suite Metering Program
Trilliant’s Smart Building Platform will support utility’s program empowering customers to reduce energy consumption and better manage costs Trilliant has announced its Smart Building Platform was selected by Oshawa Power to support its suite metering program for multi-unit buildings, aimed at achieving energy savings and enhanced options for customers.
- Alberta Aims to Become North American Destination for AI Data Centre Investment
The AI data centre attraction strategy identifies three pillars that create the foundation of Alberta’s work to position itself as a destination in the global AI landscape: power capacity, sustainable cooling and economic diversification. In each of these strategic areas, there are policy and regulatory levers required in addition to other steps Alberta’s government is taking to ensure Alberta is the most attractive and competitive destination for this emerging sector.
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