Updates on the Government of Ontario’s Energy Transition Policy

written by

Energy Team

As we approach the end of their four year-mandate, this past week has seen three substantive developments on the Government of Ontario’s policy approach to the energy transition, specifically concerning electricity pricing for Class B customers, expansion of the net-metering framework, and establishment of a new expert panel on our future energy needs.

- On April 20th, the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) announced a proposed draft timeline for development of their Class B Dynamic Pricing Pilot (CBDPP).

This project was initiated through Minister Smith’s mandate letter to the OEB last November, which referenced the Board’s staff research paper from 2019 on potential improvements to the recovery of Global Adjustment costs from Class B customers. The proposed schedule may include:

• July 2022 to November 2022: stakeholder consultations

• November 2022 to August 2023: application process

• August 2023 to March 2024: design work and recruitment

• March 2024 to September 2025: 18-months of field testing

• September 2025 to June 2026: project evaluation

- On April 21st, the Ministry of Energy implemented proposed amendments to the provincial Net Metering Framework allowing for third-party leasing and ownership of roof-top solar, and other renewable generation. These amendments were first proposed through an Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) posting made in November 2021, which Sussex summarized at the time.

- On April 22nd, the Ministry of Energy announced they’ll be launching the Electrification and Energy Transition Panel, to be Chaired by David Collie, former President & CEO of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). The Panel will provide advice and guidance on coordinating long-term energy planning, in particularly how to support growing energy demand and low-carbon fuel switching through emerging technologies – while delivering on sustainability and affordability.

No items found.

June 12, 2025

Ontario’s Integrated Energy Plan

June 12, 2025: The Government of Ontario released Energy for Generations | Ontario’s Integrated Plan (IEP) to Power the Strongest Economy in the G7, formally signaling the need for immediate action and long-term planning. The plan aims to present a holistic policy strategy that will guide Ontario’s energy planners and regulators based on four core principles: affordability, security, reliability, and clean energy.

June 4, 2025

Bill 40: Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025 Introduced in Legislature

Yesterday, the Government of Ontario introduced the Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025. This legislation is reflective of several themes and priorities raised during the recent Ontario Election for the province’s energy sector, including affordability, energy security, economic growth, and domestic control.

May 29, 2025

Bringing Strategic Leadership and Energy Expertise to Atlantic Canada

Sussex Strategy Group, one of Canada's leading government affairs firms, is excited to announce the appointment of Andrew Parsons as Senior Counsel. A former senior cabinet minister in the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Andrew brings deep expertise in energy, public policy, and legislative strategy to Sussex, further advancing the firm's growing presence and capabilities across Canada.

view all

RECENT POSTS

Ontario’s Integrated Energy Plan

Bill 40: Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025 Introduced in Legislature

Bringing Strategic Leadership and Energy Expertise to Atlantic Canada