This consultation has concluded.

• OEB Releases Updated Filing Requirements

  On March 16, 2023, the OEB issued updated Filing Requirements for Electricity Transmission Leave to Construct Applications and Related Matters. The updated Filing Requirements bring together the current legislative and policy frameworks applicable to leave to construct and expropriation applications and include filing requirements based on OEB practice.

  The updated Filing Requirements were informed by comments received from stakeholders on a draft that was issued for comment late last year. The OEB extends its thanks to all stakeholders that provided comments, which were helpful in finalizing the updated Filing Requirements.

• Stakeholder Comments Received

  The following stakeholders have provided comments on the draft update to Chapter 4 of the OEB’s Filing Requirements for Electricity Transmission Applications:

  • Association of Power Producers of Ontario
  • Hydro One Networks Inc.
  • Independent Electricity System Operator
  • PUC Transmission
  • Torys

• Consultation Launch

  The OEB has issued a letter inviting stakeholders to provide written comments on a draft update to Chapter 4 of the OEB’s Filing Requirements for Electricity Transmission Applications (Chapter 4 Filing Requirements).

  In addition, comments focused on the accuracy and clarity of the draft update to the Chapter 4 Filing Requirements would be particularly helpful.

• How to Provide Comments

  Written comments may be submitted to the attention of the Registrar and received by end of business, 4:45 p.m. on December 15, 2022.

  Stakeholders are responsible for ensuring that any documents they file with the OEB do not include personal information (as that phrase is defined in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act), unless filed in accordance with rule 9A of the OEB’s Rules of Practice and Procedure.

  Please quote file number, EB-2022-0261, for all materials filed and submit them in searchable/unrestricted PDF format with a digital signature through the OEB’s online filing portal.

  • Filings should clearly state the sender’s name, postal address, telephone number and e-mail address.
  • Please use the document naming conventions and document submission standards outlined in the Regulatory Electronic Submission System (RESS) Document Guidelines found at the File documents online page on the OEB’s website.
  • Stakeholders are encouraged to use RESS. Those who have not yet set up an account or require assistance using the online filing portal can contact registrar@oeb.ca for assistance.

  
  

  With respect to distribution lists for all electronic correspondence and materials related to this update, stakeholders should include the Case Manager, Andrew Pietrewicz, at andrew.pietrewicz@oeb.ca.

  Email: registrar@oeb.ca

  Tel: 1-877-632-2727 (Toll free)