Should Alectra's Electricity Distribution Rates Increase for 2027-2031?
Official title: 2027-2031 electricity distribution rates, cost of service
Alectra Utilities, Ontario's second-largest electricity distributor, is asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve new rates for 2027-2031. This "cost of service" review determines how much you pay on the delivery portion of your electricity bill. The OEB is accepting public comments and formal interventions on whether the proposed rates are fair and reasonable.
Why This Matters
Live in Brampton, Mississauga, Hamilton, St. Catharines, or Guelph? Alectra delivers your power. The delivery charge on your bill could change based on this decision. Dozens of customers have already submitted comments expressing concerns about rising costs.
What Could Change
The OEB will set Alectra's distribution rates for the next five years. This affects the delivery portion of bills for over one million customers. The Board can approve, modify, or reject the proposed rate increases. New capital investments in grid infrastructure would be funded through these rates.
Key Issues
- Are the proposed distribution rates fair for residential and business customers?
- Is Alectra's proposed capital spending plan reasonable?
- Are the operating and maintenance costs justified?
How to Participate
- Review the application documents including the Distribution System Plan and Revenue Requirement exhibits.
- Submit a Letter of Comment to the OEB expressing your views on the proposed rates. Reference case number EB-2025-0252.
- Organizations can apply to become formal intervenors in the proceeding, as several consumer and industry groups have done.