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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Beat the heat: 8 Ways to lower your electricity use this summer without sacrificing comfort

When temperatures climb, it’s natural to rely more heavily on air conditioning and other cooling devices to stay comfortable. But staying…

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Charged up for summer: Your EV road trip guide

There’s nothing quite like a summer road trip. Whether you’re heading to a cottage, exploring a new province or embarking on a cross-…

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Smart thermostats explained: Features, savings and comfort benefits

If you’ve ever left home and wondered whether you remembered to adjust the thermostat, or wished your home could cool down before you…

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Hydro Ottawa shifts restoration focus to isolated outages over the weekend

OTTAWA — July 3, 2026 — Hydro Ottawa is providing an update on power restoration efforts across the city following the severe thunderstorm on July 1.At 1:30 p.…

Hydro Ottawa navigates submerged equipment and severe flooding in ongoing power restoration efforts
Hydro Ottawa navigates submerged equipment and severe flooding in ongoing power restoration efforts

OTTAWA — July 2, 2026 — Hydro Ottawa is providing an update on ongoing power restoration efforts across the city following yesterday’s severe storm, which…

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Hydro Ottawa and FoodWorks Ottawa partner to empower at-risk youth

OTTAWA - March 25, 2026 - Hydro Ottawa is proud to launch a new partnership with FoodWorks Ottawa, a social enterprise operated by Operation Come Home, to…

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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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