Latest version: Ontario Cyber Security Standard (v2.0)
The Ontario Cyber Security Standard (Standard) enhances the cyber security readiness of Ontario’s electricity system. The provisions of the Standard are given force by requirements of section 3B.2.4 of the Transmission System Code (TSC) and section 6.8.3 of the Distribution System Code (DSC). Compliance with the TSC and DSC is a condition of the OEB’s electricity transmitter and electricity distributor licences, respectively. The Standard will come into force on October 1, 2024.
Updates
| Dec 16, 2024 | The OEB has issued version 2.0 of the Ontario Cyber Security Standard and a letter describing changes that include requirements for electricity distributors and transmitters to periodically submit an independent cyber security assessment based on the Ontario Cyber Security Framework to the OEB. |
Related documents
- Notice of Amendments to Codes to Enhance Cyber Security Readiness (Mar 27, 2024)
- Notice of Proposal to Amend a Code (Feb 12, 2024)