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.
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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Generator or battery backup? Choosing the right home backup power solution
Power outages are uncommon, but severe weather and other unexpected events can happen. If you’re considering a backup power solution for…
From grid to grid: How provincial “loss of supply” impacts local power
When the lights go out, it’s natural to assume the problem is right on your street, like a fallen branch on a line or a damaged transformer…
When heavy rain hits: Staying safe during basement flooding
Canada Day looked different for many Ottawa residents this year. Instead of celebrating outdoors, many found themselves dealing with…
Latest news
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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…
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
OTTAWA — July 2, 2026 — Hydro Ottawa is providing an update on ongoing power restoration efforts across the city following yesterday’s severe storm, which…
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.
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.
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.
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