Electrification and Energy Transition Panel

Ministry

Energy

Address

77 Grenville St
Toronto
M7A2C1

Background

O.C. 698/2022; O.C. 1860/2022 (opens a new window)

O.C. 699/2022; O.C. 1861/2022 (opens a new window)

Function

The Panel will produce a report to provide the Ministry of Energy with the cross-sector insight and expertise needed to develop an effective pathway to improved long-term planning to address increasing electrification and the transition to clean energy. Integrated planning will benefit both ratepayers and  companies by creating a more predictable investment environment, making energy more affordable and Ontario more competitive. 

Membership

The Panel is comprised of up to three (3) members to be appointed by the Minister, and the Minister shall designate one (1) member as Chair.

Term

The members of the Panel, including the Chair, shall serve at the Minister’s pleasure for a period not extending beyond December 31, 2023.

Meetings

Meetings would be scheduled as the Chair deems necessary for the Panel to accomplish its duties and purposes.

Remuneration

For their advice provided to the Government of Ontario, Panel members will be paid a per diem rate of $1,000 for the Chair and $723 per member (total remuneration cap $150,000 and $72,300, respectively). Reasonable work-related expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with the Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Directive.

Appointments & Vacancies