- Ministry of Energy
The Ministry of Energy works with many partners inside and outside government to develop the electricity generation, transmission and other energy-related facilities that help power our economy and to ensure that Ontario's electricity needs are met in a sustainable manner. It is also responsible for certain initiatives such as Smart Meters.
- Ontario Energy Board (OEB) https://www.oeb.ca
The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) regulates the province's electricity and natural gas sectors in the public interest through regulation that is effective and transparent, concordant with established objectives that govern the energy sector while protecting the interests of consumers and promoting viable and efficient energy services at a reasonable cost.
- Independent Electricity System Operation (IESO)
The IESO manages Ontario's electricity system and operates the wholesale electricity market. It forecasts the demand for electricity and ensures that there are available supplies to meet that demand. For more information about the market relating to the sale and wholesale rates and contract prices, call 1-416-506-2836.
- Ontario Power Authority (OPA)
The Ontario Power Authority is responsible for the implementation of the objectives in four key areas: Power System Planning, Generation Development, Conservation Bureau and Development in the Hydro-Electric sectro. The Corporate Affairs service group provides the required professional and administrative support.
- Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) establishes and administers specific regulations related to electrical installations, equipment, fixtures and cables. If you have any question related to the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, call 1-877-372-7233.
- Hydro One Networks Inc. https://www.hydroone.com
The company exploits the transmission network of Ontario's electricity and provides electricity to certain rural regions. For questions on billing and distribution in Cumberland, Osgoode, Rideau and West-Carleton, call 1-888-664-9376.
- Ontario Power Generation (OPG)
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is an electricity generation company whose principal business is the generation and sale of electricity in Ontario. For questions on nuclear generating stations, thermal generating stations or hydroelectric generating stations (powered by carbon or gas), market distribution or the sale to suppliers, call 1-877-592-2555.
- Electricity Distributors Association
This association is the voice of Ontario's local electricity distributors, while protecting their interest with respect to legislators and representing the electrical sector in the province. For question concerning the electricity distribution, the services the company has to offer and questions relating to its members, call 1-800-668-9979.
