Should Enbridge Gas Keep Its Franchise in Guelph?
Official title: Franchise + new Certificate, City of Guelph
Enbridge Gas is asking the Ontario Energy Board to renew its franchise agreement and certificate to distribute natural gas in the City of Guelph. The City of Guelph and a group called eMERGE are actively participating in the proceeding, raising questions about the future of gas distribution as the city pursues climate goals.
Why This Matters
Live in Guelph and heat your home with gas? This decision affects your energy options. The city is weighing whether continued gas expansion fits with its climate plans. Your heating bills and future energy choices could be shaped by this outcome.
What Could Change
The OEB could approve, modify, or deny Enbridge's franchise renewal. If approved, Enbridge continues as the sole gas distributor in Guelph. If modified, new conditions could limit gas expansion in new developments. The decision sets precedent for how Ontario balances gas infrastructure with municipal climate goals.
Key Issues
- Should Enbridge Gas's franchise to distribute gas in Guelph be renewed?
- How should gas distribution align with Guelph's climate action plans?
- What conditions, if any, should be placed on the franchise renewal?
How to Participate
- Review the case documents on the OEB case page, including procedural orders and submissions from all parties.
- Submit a letter of comment to the OEB referencing case number EB-2025-0058. Many residents have already submitted comments on this case.