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News Releases
Reporters and other interested parties can contact Chris Mace at 905-427-9870, extension 2218.
2020
Emergency Outage to Affect Belleville and Surrounding Area on January 25 from 2 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2019
Ontario Energy Board accepts Assurance of Voluntary Compliance from Elexicon Energy Inc.
2018
OEB Approves Merger of Veridian Connections Inc. and Whitby Hydro Electric Corporation
DBRS Comments on Veridian Corporation Merger Receiving Approval from Shareholders
Veridian Corporation and Whitby Hydro Energy Corporation Shareholders Approve Proposed Merger
Veridian announces 2017 financial performance and highlights major accomplishments at its annual shareholders’ meeting
Ontario Energy Board News Release: Electricity prices remain virtually unchanged starting May 1
Veridian Corporation and Whitby Hydro Energy Corporation Proceed to Seek Shareholder Approvals for Proposed Merger
Veridian crew returns home from U.S. following aid assistance request
Veridian provides status update on crew dispatched to Connecticut to help restore power following powerful storm
Veridian provides status update on crew dispatched to Connecticut to help restore power following powerful storm
Veridian responds to aid assistance request, dispatches crew and utility vehicles to Connecticut to help restore power
Veridian Corporation and Whitby Hydro Energy Corporation Boards Recommending Shareholders Approve Proposed Merger
2017
Ontario Energy Board News Release: Time-of-use price periods for electricity users changing November 1
Ontario’s leading electric and gas utilities host successful Powering Up Durham – Save on Energy Symposium
Veridian crew returns home from hurricane relief effort in Homestead, Florida
Last chance for Veridian customers to participate in its Distribution System Plan survey contest, and for a chance to win one of three tablets
Veridian crew heading to Atlanta to assist with power restoration efforts
Veridian and Electrical Safety Authority join together for Powerline Safety Week
Electricity Distributors Association News Release: Ontario’s first electricity customer panel set to debut
Ontario Energy Board News Release: OESP to benefit more consumers, increase credits by 50%
Ontario Energy Board News Release: Electricity prices dropping for households and small businesses effective May 1
Electricity Distributors Association News Release: Ontario’s award-winning utilities demonstrate value of local electricity services
Veridian receives prestigious industry award; company President and CEO also recognized
Electricity Distributors Association News Release: Ontario utilities welcome electricity cost relief for their consumers
Electricity Distributors Association News Release: Report sees Ontario consumers driving tomorrow’s electricity system
Ontario Energy Board News Release: New rules for energy retailers in 2017
GTHA Conservation Group Members Partner with Sonepar Canada – BlueWay to Help Small Businesses Manage Electricity Costs
2016
Veridian employees reach 1.5 million hours without a lost-time injury
Ontario Energy Board: No change to electricity prices for households and small businesses
Veridian applauds Ajax business on receiving innovation and energy conservation award
Veridian wins award for the development of an innovative web application that enhances customer communications during power outages
Veridian Corporation, Oshawa Power and Utilities Corporation and Whitby Hydro Energy Corporation to Explore Benefits of Consolidation
Veridian President and CEO presents Gravenhurst Mayor and Council with cheque and makes special announcement
OEB sets new summer electricity prices for households and small businesses
Veridian encourages customers to make year-round energy saving pledges as part of Earth Hour observances
Local utilities warn customers of electricity bill phone scams during Fraud Prevention Month
Veridian advances to Gold status for its continued commitment to sustainable travel
2015
Veridian employees reach 1 million hours without a lost-time injury
New program offers electricity bill relief for low-income households
OEB: New winter electricity prices for households and small businesses
Ontario’s leading electric and gas utilities host successful Energy Into Action event
Veridian recognizes 13 businesses for conservation leadership
Recipients achieved outstanding electricity conservation results in 2014
#RespectThePower: Powerline Safety Awareness Week May 11 to 17 urges Ontarians to be mindful of powerlines
The OEB sets new summer electricity prices for households and small businesses starting May 1.
Ontario to remove Debt Retirement Charge and launch Low-Income Electricity Support Program
Province assisting low-income Ontarians with electricity costs
Veridian receives Silver status for its commitment to sustainable travel
Veridian Connections deploys Clevest Mobile Workforce Management v5.1
Solution is now fully operational for Veridian’s asset inspection order types
2014
LocalGrid and Veridian to Demonstrate the First Industrial Internet of Things Analytics Solution for the Power Grid
Veridian educating customers on power restoration with special editions newsletter
Download a copy of the Power Outage Guide
New electricity prices for households and small business consumers
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Veridian delivers important message to local power users
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Veridian donation to help fund new engines for PARA’s search and rescue boat
Veridian’s Conservation Ambassadors make stop in Pickering at city’s annual Ribfest event
Veridian partners with Electrical Safety Authority to promote safe tree planting and pruning
New electricity prices for households and small business consumers
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Veridian Connections Optimizes their Smart Grid with Tollgrade’s Award-Winning LightHouse® Platform
Veridian updates Gravenhurst customers on Friday’s outages …
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2013
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 3:00 p.m.
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 10:30 a.m.
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 8:00 p.m.
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 2:00 p.m.
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 10:00 a.m.
Veridian updates its community power outage status report - 10:30 p.m.
Veridian provides status report on power outages by community - 12 noon
Veridian crews work through the night and restore service to 15,000 customers
Restoration efforts continue with 12,000 customers still without power
Veridian crews to continue working on power restoration efforts through the night
Pace of restoration to slow and most customers currently without power will remain with no service tonight
Status update on Veridian’s restoration efforts in Durham Region and Port Hope
Veridian reaches Gold status for its ongoing commitment to smart commuting
New electricity prices for households and small business consumers…
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Backgrounder
Graphic of Time-of-Use Chart
Electricity Prices Explained Video
Time-of-Use Video
Veridian crews working to restore power to remaining 500 customers in Gravenhurst
Power restoration work continues in Gravenhurst as 650 more customers have power
Veridian crews continue clearing trees and re-building lines to restore power to Gravenhurst residents
Veridian crews continue clearing trees and re-building lines to restore power to Gravenhurst residents
Veridian reminding customers to know who they're dealing with when there's a knock at the door
Utility receiving calls about suspicious activity in Belleville and Bowmanville
Veridian's service area escapes storm with minor outages and damage
Utility deploys crew to Trenton to assist Hydro One's restoration efforts
New electricity prices for households and small business consumers
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Backgrounder
Graphic of Time-of-Use Chart
Electricity Prices Explained Video
Time-of-Use Video
Veridian customers embrace darkness and power down for Earth Hour
Townships of Brock registers greatest impact with 2.7 per cent in electricity usage
Veridian Connections joins epost with electricity e-bill for local Ontario communities
2012
Durham Region utilities begin rollout of home assistance program
Benefits of energy efficiency coming for income-eligible residents
Veridian service territory escapes Hurricane Sandy with minor outages and damage
Veridian begins rollout of new conservation program
In-home energy display provides customers with meaningful information about their energy consumption
OEB adjusts electricity prices for residential and small business consumers …
Link to Graphic of TOU Price Chart
Link to RPP Video
Link to TOU Video
Veridian's Conservation Ambassadors helping customers save energy and money
Utility representatives visiting retail stores to promote coupons for energy-saving products
Veridian unveils rooftop solar array at company's headquarters
Project reaffirms utility's commitment to renewable electricity generation
Veridian recognizes 10 businesses for conservation leadership
'Conservation Champions' achieved outstanding electricity conservation results in 2011.
Ontario Invests in Energate to Lead in Consumer Engagement for the Smart Grid
Veridian's Conservation Ambassadors kick-off summer tour this weekend in Pickering
Utility representatives to promote conservation programs to help customers conserve energy and better manage electricity costs
Veridian benefiting from Legend Power's automatic voltage regulator ...
New navigation equipment for Quinte Search and Rescue thanks to Veridian grant
Mayor Neil Ellis, Veridian Chair Doug Dickerson, and company President and CEO Michael Angemeer help unveil new equipment.
OEB adjusts electricity prices for residential and small business customers
Veridian receives Readers' Choice Award
Utility voted best Energy Service Provider in Durham Region
2011
Veridian recognized as Durham Region's Smart Commute Employer of the Year
Award demonstrates utility's commitment to reducing environmental impacts of commuting to work
Fall saveONenergy PLEDGE campaign launches with new incentive
Participants rewarded with 100 bonus AIR MILES® for having old fridge or freezer picked up
OEB Adjusts Electricity Prices for Residential and Small Business Consumers
Veridian golf tournament raises $35,000 for community agencies
Utility's corporate social responsibility continues to strengthen communities it serves
New saveONenergy pledge campaign launches
Participants rewarded with 15 AIR MILES® reward miles
Veridian's Conservation Ambassadors arrive in Gravenhurst this weekend to help residents stay cool during summer's heat
Ambassadors to educate customers on conserving electricity during heat wave, managing electricity costs and new conservation programs
Veridian to offer conservation advice and incentives this weekend in Belleville
Utility's 'Conservation Ambassadors' making community appearances to promote conservation programs
Veridian launches safety campaign to raise awareness and educate public on safe digging and dangers of electrical equipment.
Veridian customers issued coupon booklets with discounts on energy-efficient products
Utility's 'Conservation Ambassadors' scheduled for community appearances to provide conservation tips and advice
Veridian part of innovative electric vehicle project …
Video: Ontario’s Electric Vehicles Plan Revs Up
Province-wide saveONenergy campaign launches …
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