Emergency Information
Emergency management program for the energy sector
The Ministry of Energy has developed an Emergency Response Plan for the electricity, oil and natural gas sectors. The plan sets out the procedures and arrangements for the ministry’s response to an energy supply emergency.
The ministry’s primary role in an emergency situation is to act as the key interface between energy operators and the provincial government. This involves working closely with Emergency Management Ontario, provincial ministries, other jurisdictions and related agencies and private sector stakeholders.
Electricity
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has developed an Ontario Power System Restoration Plan, which provides a framework to ensure recovery of Ontario’s integrated power system in the event of a blackout. Read more about the IESO’s emergency plans.
Natural gas
The two main natural gas distribution companies operating in Ontario, Enbridge Gas Distribution and Union Gas have emergency response plans.
Petroleum fuel
The Ministry of Energy with Emergency Management Ontario and the major oil companies are developing a Provincial Emergency Fuel Distribution Plan for a major fuel shortage. In addition, each of the major oil companies operating in Ontario (Imperial Oil, Shell, Suncor and Ultramar) has emergency response plans for its operations.
General emergency preparedness
General information on emergency preparedness is available on the following websites:
