The OEB has launched its Regional Planning Reform Implementation initiative to implement recommendations set out in its March 2026 Report to the Ministry of Energy and Mines, Review of Ontario’s Regional and Bulk Electricity Planning Processes. The initiative aims to streamline regional electricity planning, improve load forecasting, clarify roles and expectations for stakeholders, and support more co-ordinated, cost-effective investments to meet growing electricity demand.

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

The OEB is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Brandon Schaufele to the Market Surveillance Panel (MSP). Dr. Schaufele is Director of the Ivey Energy Policy and Management Centre and an Associate Professor at the Ivey Business School, with deep expertise in regulation, energy and environmental policy and experience advising governments, regulators, utilities and private‑sector organizations. The members of the MSP bring broad experience across economics, public policy, electricity distribution, power system operations and wholesale market design, supporting its mandate to monitor, investigate and report on activities and behaviour in the IESO‑administered markets.