About us

About us

We’re working hard to evolve our energy landscape to create a more sustainable energy future. Access our latest organizational stories and media, discover career openings, and review the essential policies and governance that anchor what we do every day.

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Our company

Hydro Ottawa Limited is the local electricity distribution company that powers Canada’s capital, delivering safe, reliable electricity to more than 377,000 homes and businesses. We design, build, operate and maintain the electrical infrastructure that keeps our city running — from neighbourhood transformers and poles to underground cables and smart meters.

We’re committed to innovation, safety and the communities we serve. Every investment we make is guided by our responsibility to provide value to our customers today and for generations to come.

Blogs & stories

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The rise of home energy: Solar + battery storage explained

Your home is no longer just a place where you use electricity. With technologies like solar panels and battery energy storage systems…

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Fall into energy savings: Simple ways to get your home ready for cooler weather

As the leaves begin to change and cooler temperatures settle in, it’s a good time to get your home ready for the season ahead. A few simple…

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Unlocking joy: A fair for everyone

How Hydro Ottawa and the Capital Fair built an inclusive and accessible day for the community.The morning of Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, didn’t…

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Hydro Ottawa energizes first lower-carbon substation, setting a new design standard for a growing grid

OTTAWA, ON — Hydro Ottawa Limited has officially energized the Piperville municipal transformer station (MTS), its first substation built using lower-carbon…

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Capital Fair and Hydro Ottawa host annual Special Needs Day to celebrate accessibility and inclusion for local families

OTTAWA – Every year, one special day at the Capital Fair is dedicated to accessibility for families in Ottawa. Special Needs Day is a heartwarming tradition…

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Hydro Ottawa restoration update following severe thunderstorm

OTTAWA — Hydro Ottawa is providing an update on ongoing power restoration efforts across the city following last night's severe thunderstorm.At approximately…

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Careers

Hydro Ottawa powers homes and businesses across the National Capital Region. We're also Ontario's largest municipally owned producer of green power. As we move toward net-zero operations, we’re looking for people who share our passion for learning, growing and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. 

Explore career opportunities with Hydro Ottawa, where you can help shape our sustainable energy future.

Governance, regulatory affairs & policies

Our governance and regulatory practices keep us focused on running a safe and reliable energy grid. This section provides access to the formal policies and public filings that define our conduct.

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Governance

Operating transparently and serving our community with reliable power are core commitments at Hydro Ottawa. Learn more about the people and principles that guide our work every day.

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Regulatory affairs

We’re committed to transparency in our regulatory processes and to keeping our customers informed. Read more about our regulatory applications, performance and future plans. 

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Policies

Transparency and providing our customers with clear, accessible information are important to us at Hydro Ottawa. This page serves as a central hub for our key policies and documents 

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