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The OEB has released an updated variance settlement factor that is to be used by electricity distributors to calculate a one-time credit or charge for consumers who choose to stop purchasing electricity through the Regulated Price Plan. This factor is called the "Final RPP Variance Settlement Factor" and is updated on the OEB website monthly.
Ahead of the 2027 rate application cycle, the OEB has released an updated version of its Chapter 3 Filing Requirements for Incentive Rate-setting applications that provides revised guidance on several new and existing initiatives. Key updates include new guidance on Stream 2 local electricity demand-side management programs and the Capacity Allocation Model as well as a change in the calculation of the materiality threshold for Incremental Capital Modules.
The OEB has posted the 2027 version of the Rate Generator Model for Incentive Rate-Setting Mechanism (IRM) applications to the Electricity Distribution Rates webpage. Distributors filing IRM applications for the 2027 rate year are to use the updated model when preparing their applications.
The OEB has released final updates to the Non‑Wires Solutions Guidelines, including a new appendix providing guidance on Stream 2 local electricity demand‑side management programs. Distributors may now use the final guidelines to develop Stream 2 proposals and file funding requests with the OEB, including as part of annual rate adjustment applications beginning with 2027 rates.
The OEB has posted Price Comparison templates for Natural Gas Contracts for Kitchener Utilities valid from July 1, 2026.
The OEB has amended the Distribution System Code (DSC), requiring licensed electricity distributors to share information, upon request, about distributed energy resources that are connected to their distribution systems with the Independent Electricity System Operator. The amendments, which are responsive to the Minister of Energy and Mines’ Integrated Energy Planning Directive, come into force on August 1, 2026.
The OEB has posted Price Comparison templates for Natural Gas Contracts for Enbridge and EPCOR valid from July 1 - September 30, 2026.
The OEB has approved changes to the prices Enbridge and EPCOR will charge its customers for natural gas effective July 1, 2026.
The OEB has posted the updated electricity supply mix data information for 2025. As per Ontario Regulation 416/99 made under the OEB Act, and the OEB’s Directive, this information is required to be disclosed to Ontario consumers.
The OEB has released an updated variance settlement factor that is to be used by electricity distributors to calculate a one-time credit or charge for consumers who choose to stop purchasing electricity through the Regulated Price Plan. This factor is called the "Final RPP Variance Settlement Factor" and is updated on the OEB website monthly.