Should Hydro One's 2026 Electricity Distribution Rates Be Approved?

Official title: 2026 electricity distribution rates, custom IR annual update

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Hydro One, Ontario's largest electricity distributor, is asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve its 2026 distribution rates. This annual update affects what you pay on the delivery portion of your electricity bill. The OEB is reviewing whether the proposed rates are fair and reasonable.

Why This Matters

Pay an electricity bill in Ontario? This decision affects the delivery charges on your bill. Hydro One serves about 1.5 million customers across rural and urban Ontario. Even small rate changes add up over a year.

What Could Change

The OEB has already issued a partial decision in December 2025. New rate models for the Peterborough and Orillia rate zones have been approved. Final rates will determine your 2026 delivery charges, including adjustments for past over- or under-collections.

Key Issues

  • Are the proposed 2026 distribution rates fair for customers?
  • How should past over- or under-collections be returned to or recovered from customers?
  • Are the proposed rate riders for the Chapleau area appropriate?

How to Participate

  1. Review the application and evidence documents to understand what Hydro One is requesting.
  2. Read the Notice of Application in English or French for participation instructions.
  3. Review the Procedural Order for deadlines and process details.

Key Documents