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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.

The Ontario Energy Board is pleased to welcome Karen Restoule to our Board of Directors. Ms. Restoule brings valuable public policy experience and an important Indigenous perspective as a member of Dokis First Nation, complementing the expertise of our existing Board members and supporting effective governance, strategic oversight and confidence in the sector.

The OEB has published the 2026 Quarter 4 prescribed accounting interest rates applicable to the carrying charges of deferral, variance and construction work in progress (CWIP) accounts of natural gas utilities, electricity distributors and other rate-regulated entities.

The OEB has released its Review of Ontario's Regional and Bulk Electricity Planning Processes, a report to the Ministry of Energy and Mines. The report sets out recommendations that will improve regional and bulk electricity planning processes by clarifying responsibilities, expectations and processes for the benefit of planning participants, municipalities, Indigenous communities and electricity consumers. Process improvements are expected to result in integrated, co-ordinated and cost-effective plans that will guide prudent investment by Ontario’s electricity distributors and transmitters and support the province’s economic growth.

The OEB has issued a letter that establishes a recurring quarterly schedule and process to submit capacity data for the Centralized Capacity Information Map (CCIM). Providing easier access to standardized grid capacity data across the province, the CCIM supports investment, electrification and economic growth while helping stakeholders make better-informed planning decisions.

The OEB has released its Report to the Minister of Energy and Mines on the Valuation of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), which provides recommendations on the regulatory and compensation frameworks to appropriately reflect the system value of DERs. It also considers DER delivery rates that, along with DER compensation, constitute the overall incentives available for DER proponents. This work is aligned with the Ontario government’s goal of keeping energy costs affordable for businesses and families.

The OEB has released A Roadmap for Advancing Distribution System Operator (DSO) Capabilities in Ontario, a report to the Minister of Energy and Mines. The report charts a staged, evidenced-based path to developing a DSO regulatory framework that improves the integration of distributed energy resources, with the goal of supporting timely investments, safeguarding consumer interests and driving economic growth and innovation in the province’s energy sector.

The OEB has published our 2026-2029 Business Plan, which aims to help turn Ontario’s energy advantage into Ontario’s economic advantage.

The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has published its Annual Compliance Report (Report) for fiscal year 2025/26. The Report highlights how we protect Ontario energy consumers by helping to ensure they receive fair treatment and reliable service. It also outlines the steps the OEB takes to address consumer concerns, monitor energy company performance and take action when problems are identified. Together, these efforts strengthen compliance across the energy sector, support fair treatment of consumers and reinforce confidence in Ontario's energy system.