Mississauga, ON – Alectra Utilities is strengthening its power grid system in the City of Mississauga. In 2023, Alectra is investing approximately $22.1 million in infrastructure modernization projects as the demand for electricity continues to grow. With parts of Mississauga’s system reaching the end of its normal life cycle, renewing deteriorating infrastructure is necessary to maintain…

Brampton, ON – Alectra Utilities is addressing increasing customer electricity demands by reinforcing its power grid in Brampton. In 2023, Alectra is investing $18.7 million in Brampton to construct and renew infrastructure. With parts of Brampton`s system reaching the end of its life cycle, renewing the deteriorating infrastructure is necessary to maintain reliability. This series of…

Mississauga, ON – Alectra employees came together to raise funds following the Turkey and Syria earthquakes through the Canadian Red Cross Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria Appeal. The donation campaign was initiated by an Alectra employee, Hisham Omara, who encouraged coworkers across the company to make donations. Alectra employees responded by generously raising a total of $3,535. …

April is Dig Safe MonthTORONTO, April 3, 2023 /CNW/ - As the temperature begins to rise, Ontario’s largest electricity distribution utilities are reminding customers and contractors of the steps to take before digging, planting or starting any outdoor project this season. Careful planning can prevent potential power loss, damage liability, serious personal injury or loss of life. To locate…

Mississauga, ON – At its annual awards ceremony, the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) recognized Alectra with the 2022 Public Relations Excellence Award for its community focused "Five Years of Caring" campaign. The campaign was launched in support of the company’s fifth anniversary. “It’s an honour to be recognized by the EDA for our public relations campaign built on Alectra’s…

MISSISSAUGA, March 9, 2023 – March is National Fraud Prevention Month and Ontario’s largest utilities have joined forces to raise awareness about ongoing sophisticated scams targeting utility customers. Some common tactics fraudsters use to target unsuspecting Ontarians include impersonating the local utility or its employees; sending threatening phone calls, texts and emails; or showing up…

Mississauga, ON – Brian Bentz, President and CEO of Alectra Inc. announced today that Danielle Diaz has been appointed as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, Alectra Inc. Ms. Diaz was appointed Interim CFO on October 24, 2022. Her new appointment is effective immediately. Danielle has earned Chartered Accountant (CA) and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designations…

Mississauga, ON – More than 60 Alectra Utilities employees stepped up to brave the cold temperatures to raise money and awareness for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. This year, the Alectra Utilities’ team participated in the ‘Coldest Night of the Year’ walk raising over $10,000 in support of the cause across eight communities. Employees walked in…

Mississauga, ON – A special weather statement has been issued for parts of Alectra Utilities’ service territory due to a forecasted potential ice and snowstorm expected tonight into Thursday morning. This storm could potentially cause power outages as well as damage to powerlines. Areas with trees located near wires should take extra precaution as fallen limbs that contact power lines could…

Guelph, ON – Upon discovering a programming error in billing for Guelph and Rockwood customers that resulted in overcharges, Alectra Utilities will issue a one-time $20.66 bill credit to reimburse affected residential customers. Alectra Utilities has entered into an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) with the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) to reimburse impacted customers for the overcharged…