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Since 2001 the Ontario Waterpower Association has been representing the common and collective interests of the waterpower industry.

To date our membership has grown to over 150 organizations.

09/04/2026

Happy Labour Day long weekend!

As you enjoy the last long weekend of the summer, please stay clear of waterpower facilities. Water levels and flows can change quickly. Always obey signage near dams.

09/01/2026

Register for OWA’s upcoming member webinar⚙️🌊

Artelia Canada’s Zaid Yousif and Sébastien Lacroix will explore the Mount Coffee Hydropower Plant Extension in Liberia and its role in strengthening the country’s electricity system.

The webinar will look at the proposed 40 MW expansion, the engineering and economic evaluation that led to the selection of Z-type Kaplan turbines, and the use of BIM to support integrated multidisciplinary design. The session will also examine hydropower hybridization with solar PV and battery energy storage.

When: September 10 | 11 AM –12 PM EDT

➡️Register: 6afb65a3-46ce-4e16-b766-b003df7453cb@553584a8-5a10-4846-be87-ee3b7e725bb5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6afb65a3-46ce-4e16-b766-b003df7453cb@553584a8-5a10-4846-be87-ee3b7e725bb5

08/31/2026

: On August 27 at 7 p.m., waterpower supplied 5,463 MW of affordable, reliable, and secure energy into the Ontario grid - a powerful reminder that waterpower is there when you need it most.

Data courtesy of IESO - Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator.

➡️ https://www.ieso.ca/power-data

08/26/2026

Attend the largest gathering of the hydroelectric industry in Canada. Registration is now open for !

Hosted by the Ontario Waterpower Association, the Power of Water Canada Technical Conference and Trade Show will bring the waterpower industry together in Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake for three days of insight, innovation, and connection. POWC is where minds meet, ideas spark, expertise advances, and the future of waterpower takes shape.

Take part in high‑value networking with industry leaders, technical sessions, and a trade show featuring over 85 exhibitors built to support new partnerships and business growth.

📅 May 12–14, 2027
📍 White Oaks Resort, Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake, Ontario, Canada
💲 Early Bird pricing is available until Dec 1, 2026.

Register Now: https://powc.vfairs.com/en/?utm_source=All+Social&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=POWC2027&utm_content=O

08/19/2026

The OWA exhibited at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario - AMO Conference in Ottawa, connecting with municipal leaders from across the province.

With hydro‑specific procurements underway, it’s an exciting time of opportunity for Ontario’s waterpower industry and municipal support for affordable, reliable, and secure Made‑in‑Ontario waterpower is essential.

At the conference, we connected with our members and spoke with municipalities about the waterpower stations operating in their communities. Thank you to AMO for bringing everyone together, and thank you to all who stopped by our booth to share local priorities and learn more about waterpower.

We look forward to keeping the conversations going.

08/05/2026

Applications are now open for Waterpower Essentials (APS1410) at the University of Toronto, open to both UofT and non‑UofT students.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the waterpower sector, covering its ecological and historical context, station components, design considerations, operations, maintenance, contract models, and dam safety. Students will also complete a project evaluating the feasibility of a greenfield waterpower facility, supported by industry professionals.

The curriculum is developed in partnership with the Ontario Waterpower Association and delivered with guidance from an OWA Advisory Committee.

📅 Course Dates: September 14 – December 14, 2026
🕓 Schedule: Mondays, 4–7 p.m.
📍 Location: University of Toronto, St. George Campus

More information:https://files.constantcontact.com/0b76dca8401/f199ff75-817f-4417-9382-eb5ceacaae55.pdf

08/01/2026

Happy August long weekend!

As you head outdoors, remember to stay clear of dams and hydropower stations. Water levels and flows can change quickly and without warning. Keep a safe distance and obey all signs, booms, and barriers.

07/31/2026

: On July 2 at 7 p.m., waterpower supplied 6,018 MW of affordable, reliable, and secure energy into the Ontario grid - a powerful reminder that waterpower is there when you need it most.

Data courtesy of IESO - Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator.

➡️ https://www.ieso.ca/power-data

07/28/2026

We are proud to welcome a new member to our Association!

Thurston Machine Co. Ltd., based in Port Colborne, Ontario, is a full-service manufacturing company providing turnkey fabrication, welding, machining, industrial coatings, assembly, and testing services. With more than 100 years of experience and over 160,000 square feet of production space, the company supports Canada's power generation, nuclear, mining, transportation, and heavy industrial sectors with precision manufacturing solutions.

➡Learn More: https://thurstonmachine.com/

Interested in membership? Explore OWA’s website to discover all the perks.

07/20/2026

Waterpower remains one of Ontario’s most affordable, reliable, and secure energy sources, supporting communities, industry, and long‑term grid stability.

➡️ Learn more: https://owa.ca/knowledge-center/

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Unit 5-550 Braidwood Avenue
Peterborough, ON
K9J1W1

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http://www.owa.ca/

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