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The OEB has taken data transparency and accessibility one step further through the launch of its Interactive System Reliability Dashboard. The dashboard provides consumers with an interactive and customizable tool to better understand and visualize electricity distributors’ system reliability data...

The OEB has issued a letter providing information about communication materials that electricity distributors can use to assist with the implementation of the Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) Price Plan, as well as introducing a new reporting requirement for distributors related to ULO.

To help ensure public awareness of Green Button availability across the province, the OEB is publishing information on electricity and natural gas distributors’ implementation progress. This information is based on quarterly reporting submitted by distributors to the OEB.

The OEB is inviting submissions to its Innovation Sandbox Challenge, which will focus on two themes: how to move pilots to broader implementation and innovative strategies to enhance consumers’ understanding of their role in the energy transition. The window for sending in statements of interest...

The OEB has issued updated Filing Requirements for Electricity Transmission Leave to Construct Applications and Related Matters. The updated Filing Requirements bring together the current legislative and policy frameworks applicable to leave to construct and expropriation applications and include...

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...

The OEB has issued a letter to electricity distributors which includes a summary of changes to the Reporting and Record-keeping Requirements (RRR) for the 2023 filing. The letter also highlights new RRR changes for the April 2024 filing and beyond, including a RRR amendment related to third party...

The OEB has issued a letter to Unit Sub-meter Providers (USMPs) which includes amendments to the Reporting and Record-keeping Requirements (RRR) for the 2023 filing. The letter also provides an update on the RRR process and requirements for USMPs.

The OEB is seeking stakeholder feedback on revisions made to price comparison templates and consumer-facing materials related to third-party net metering and energy supply contracts to reflect the new Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) Price Plan. Comments are due by March 17, 2023.

The OEB has issued the final Notice of Amendments to the Distribution System Code regarding the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to local electricity distribution systems. The amendments are intended to provide further clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a DER...

The OEB is making changes to the Reporting and Record-keeping Requirements (RRR) for electricity distributors as part of its ongoing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Connections Review initiative. These RRR amendments will provide insight into the progress of Ontario’s energy transition.

The OEB has released a draft report, Resilience in the Electricity Distribution Sector and Related Policy Questions, prepared by London Economics International (LEI), in support of its upcoming March 20, 2023 meeting with stakeholders regarding Distribution Sector Resilience, Responsiveness & Cost...

The OEB is making improvements to the Reporting and Record-keeping Requirements for electricity distributors as part of its ongoing Reliability and Power Quality Review consultation.

The OEB has issued a letter to electricity retailers that includes information on Reporting and Record Keeping Requirements (RRR) related to the monitoring of third-party net metering. The letter also provides an update on the RRR process and requirements for electricity retailers.

The OEB has accepted an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance from Dyno Nobel Nitrogen Inc., an electricity wholesaler. The Assurance responds to non-compliance related to operation in the electricity market without a wholesaler licence.

Through 2023, the OEB will provide ongoing flexibility in relation to eligibility criteria for the Low-income Energy Assistance Program – Emergency Financial Assistance (LEAP EFA).

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...

With the introduction of the Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) price plan starting May 1, 2023, the OEB has developed new graphics to illustrate the ULO, Time-of-Use and Tiered price plans. The OEB has launched a survey to gather feedback on the proposed new designs to help ensure residential and small...

The OEB has accepted an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance from Newmarket-Tay Power Distribution Ltd., an electricity distributor. The Assurance responds to non-compliance with its rate orders related to overcharging customers as a result of a billing system error.

The OEB has issued a letter providing guidance to electricity distributors on project cost apportionment to support the timely implementation of designated broadband projects.

The OEB has issued a letter regarding enhancing cyber security readiness in the electricity sector.