Vaughan, ON – Weather conditions this winter have caused a series of power outages across York Region, particularly in Vaughan, and parts of Peel Region. The primary issue is related to the salt and other de-icing products used on roads in response to the long stretch of cold and snowy weather we’ve had this January and February.During cold and dry conditions, the salt contamination does not pose…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra employees once again came together to support communities across Ontario, raising a total of $200,000 for United Way through regular payroll deductions and corporate contributions.Funds were directed to United Way organizations across Alectra’s service territory, including Greater Toronto, Halton & Hamilton, Niagara, Guelph Wellington Dufferin, and Centraide Simcoe…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Inc. has been recognized for its leadership in corporate social responsibility, earning the Imagine Canada PRISM Community Impact Certification for the 5th consecutive year. This national certification recognizes companies that invest one per cent of their pre-tax profits each year into charitable and non-profit causes. The PRISM Certification, Imagine Canada’s…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Utilities is proud to announce that its groundbreaking Centricity project has been inducted into Electricity Canada’s 2025 Centre of Excellence, recognizing it as one of the country’s most transformative innovations in the electricity sector.Centricity is Canada’s first full end-to-end Distribution System Operator (DSO) model, a next-generation grid platform that…

TORONTO, December 12, 2025 /CNW/ - The holidays should be merry and bright, not stressful and costly. Unfortunately, scammers are looking to turn good will into quick cash by posing as utility companies and their employees.Ontario’s largest electricity utilities — Alectra Utilities, Elexicon Energy, Hydro One, Hydro Ottawa and Toronto Hydro — are reminding everyone that scammers won’t be on the…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Utilities has been honoured with Southwire’s 2025 Underground Environmental Stewardship Award, recognizing the utility’s leadership in advancing environmentally responsible cable rejuvenation practices across its service territory.“Receiving this award from Southwire is a meaningful recognition of the work our teams have done to extend asset life, reduce environmental…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Utilities is partnering with Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to help deliver Save on Energy conservation programs. The programs offer residential, commercial, and industrial customers opportunities to manage electricity use, reduce peak demand, and support a more reliable electricity grid, saving money on their bills and reducing overall system…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Inc. has been recognized as one of the Greater Toronto Area’s Top Employers for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting its continued commitment to supporting employee well-being, fostering innovation, and investing in a sustainable future.“This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects who we are at our core,” said Brian Bentz, President and Chief…

Mississauga, ON – As the winter season brings colder temperatures and higher energy usage, Alectra Utilities is urging customers to explore its low-income assistance programs designed to ease financial burdens and ensure households remain warm and connected during the colder months.“Alectra Utilities understands that winter can significantly impact energy bills, and we are here to help our…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra Utilities has been honored by the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) for its generous contribution toward restoring power to Ukrainian schools devastated by Russia’s relentless missile and drone strikes.During a presentation to Alectra’s Board of Directors on November 21, UWC President Paul Grod highlighted the severe destruction of Ukraine’s energy and civilian…