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Five things to do before, during and after a winter outage

With the possibility of winter storms causing power outages over the next few months, we’ve prepared our top five recommenda

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How we tackle damaging winter storms

With cold weather coming, powerful winter storms are on our radar.

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Time well spent: Volunteer Ottawa

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart.”          &nbs

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Energy efficiency isn’t just for homeowners

Condo dwellers and apartment renters alike can take advantage of technology to make their space more energy efficient. 

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Will electrification solve our emissions problem?

Does the word electrification sound familiar to you? If not, that’s ok, you’re not alone.

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Six Freaky Facts About Electricity that Will Make Your Hair Stand Up

Lightning strikes, the roar of thunder, power outages, and static charges.

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