Our Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer and Commissioners are appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council. The Board of Directors oversees the management of the OEB’s business and affairs, and is responsible for the governance of the OEB. Is the Ontario Energy Board part of the government? The Ontario Energy Board regulates Ontario’s energy […]
Category: Ontario
Which Government Privatized Ontario Hydro?
While it was the Ontario Liberals that privatized Hydro One, it was legislation passed by the last PC government in Ontario that made it possible. That legislation made it possible for the Liberals to sell off Hydro One without needing to get the approval of the provincial legislature. Which government sold off Ontario Hydro? First […]
How Many Solar Panels Are Needed To Power A House In Ontario?
To summarize, we can say that a typical Ontario house needs anywhere between 5 and 10 kW of solar panels, depending on the energy consumption of its residents. And that the price can cost anywhere between $15,000 and $30,000, and can be lowered using incentives. Is it worth it to have solar panels in Ontario? […]
Who Owns Bruce Power In Ontario?
TC Energy. Bruce Power is a Canadian-owned partnership of TC Energy, Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Systems (OMERS), the Power Workers’ Union and The Society of United Professionals. A majority of our employees are also owners of the business. Is Bruce Power privately owned? While Bruce Power is a private company, it leases the power stations […]
Who Owns Hydro One In Ontario?
Government of Ontario. Hydro One Limited is an electricity transmission and distribution utility serving the Canadian province of Ontario.Hydro One. Type Public Owners Government of Ontario (47.4%) OFN Power Holdings (2.4%) Ontario Power Generation (1.5%) Who owns Hydro 1 in Ontario? Who owns Hydro One? The Province is a shareholder of Hydro One with approximately […]
What River Runs Through Ontario?
St. Lawrence River. The river traverses the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec, as well as the U.S. state of New York, and demarcates part of the international boundary between Canada and the United States. St. Lawrence River Fleuve Saint-Laurent Saint Lawrence River Known by various names in other languages Source Lake Ontario What is […]
Who Is Responsible For And Involved In Education In Ontario?
Education is a provincial government responsibility in Canada. In Ontario, education is governed principally by the Education Act and its regulations. Who is responsible for education in Canada? provincial governmentsCanada is a federation of 10 provinces and three territories. Under the Canadian Constitution, provincial governments have exclusive responsibility for all levels of education. There is […]
Who Is In Charge Of Schools In Ontario?
The Ministry of Education is responsible for oversee- ing all aspects of Ontario’s public education system. Ontario’s Education Act sets out the duties and respon- sibilities of the Minister of Education, school boards, supervisory officers (superintendents), principals, teachers, parents and students. Who governs education in Ontario? Education is a provincial government responsibility in Canada. In […]
What Causes Algae Blooms In Lake Ontario?
Sunny weather causes them to grow. Blue-green algae thrive in shallow, undisturbed, surface waters. Large amounts of algae can discolor water and form floating scums on the surface. Water may look greenish, yellowish or even brownish red. Why is there so much algae in Lake Ontario? Phosphates and nitrates are the leading nutrients that can […]
Does Lake Ontario Have Blue-Green Algae?
There has been a dramatic increase in blue green algae blooms in Ontario in recent years. As a result many lakefront property owners are very concerned when they see blooms or floating masses which they think could be a bloom. Where is blue-green algae found in Ontario? In the Great Lakes, particularly in Lake Erie, […]