The Ontario Energy Board’s Centralized Capacity Information Map is a useful province-wide preliminary online planning tool coordinated and launched by the OEB to provide a consolidated, high-level view of capacity availability across Ontario’s electricity distribution systems.
System upgrades may be required regardless of displayed capacity, and capacity presented on the map does not guarantee a connection.
The Centralized Capacity Information Map is for general reference purposes only and does not form part of Hydro Ottawa’s Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Interconnection Process in any way. Customers seeking to verify DER capacity must follow Hydro Ottawa’s standard interconnection procedures.
The map shows capacity in broad ranges and reflects system conditions at the time distributors submitted their data to the OEB. It’s not a substitute for detailed assessments, as conditions can change and every project has unique requirements.
To ensure accurate information for your project, you must submit a formal connection application through Hydro Ottawa’s EV charger or DER forms.
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