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The OEB has issued a letter which sets out the Cost of Capital Parameter Updates for cost-based rates applications that have an effective date commencing in 2026.

The OEB has released updated Filing Requirements (Chapters 1 and 2), along with a new guidance document that introduces an optional Custom IR framework for transmitters with a declining rate base. These updates aim to enhance regulatory clarity, reduce administrative burden, and better reflect sector developments.

The OEB has posted Price Comparison templates for Natural Gas Contracts for Utilities Kingston valid from November 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026.

The OEB issued a Notice of proposed amendments to the Distribution System Code. These changes help lower barriers to distributed energy resource (DER) connections, reduce costs, and improve timelines, fairness, and consistency in connection processes in support of goals articulated in the Ontario’s Integrated Energy Plan, released in June 2025. Comments from stakeholders regarding the proposed amendments are due by November 19, 2025.

The OEB is undertaking a comprehensive review of distributed energy resource (DER) valuation, in response to the Minister of Energy and Mines’ Integrated Energy Plan Directive. The review aims to assess current DER compensation and delivery rates, as well as recommend changes or provide an update on actions that the OEB may take to unlock the full value of DERs.

The OEB issued a letter advising interested stakeholders that it intends to commence a generic proceeding in 2026 to review the OEB's Model Franchise Agreement.

The OEB has posted Price Comparison templates for Electricity Contracts and Net Metering valid from November 1, 2025.

The OEB is initiating Phase Two of its consultation on the Benefit-Cost Analysis Framework for Addressing Electricity System Needs (BCA Framework). This phase builds on the work completed in Phase One by proposing potential refinements to the Energy System Test and exploring the inclusion of societal impacts related to energy conservation investments within the framework. Stakeholders interested in participating are invited to submit their intent via email by November 4, 2025.

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.

Ontario Energy Board announces changes to electricity prices for households, small business and farms.