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The OEB has released updated Filing Requirements for electricity distribution and electricity transmission rate applications (Chapter 1). The electricity distribution and electricity transmission Filing Requirements clarify the requirement for when applicants are to provide a letter from the governing body certifying that it is aware of and approves the submission of the application.

The OEB has completed its annual review of the cost award tariff schedule under the Practice Direction on Cost Awards. Following the 2025 update to the fee schedule, the first since 2007, which aligned cost award tariffs with market rates, the OEB has determined that no changes to the tariff schedule are required at this time.

The Market Surveillance Panel has submitted to the OEB a report presenting its initial observations on real-time locational prices in the renewed markets between May 2025 to April 2026.

The OEB is looking for accomplished leaders to serve as Commissioners at a pivotal time for Ontario’s energy sector. If you are motivated by public service, intellectual challenge and the opportunity to make an impact, we encourage you to explore this unique leadership opportunity.

The OEB has posted Price Comparison templates for Natural Gas Contracts for Utilities Kingston valid from August 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026.

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.