Cost Of Service Re-basing: Module 2

Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Price: $2,550.00 + HST

Course Summary:

This two-day module is designed to provide a thorough overview of cost of service applications. Participants will review the interests and expectations of intervenors and Ontario Energy Board (OEB) staff through a focused review of Cost of Service (COS) applications. Topics will include Load Forecasting, Cost Allocation and Rate Design, Chapter 5 Filing Requirements and other areas of interest related to current minimum filing requirements. Throughout this module, the role of written evidence, numerical data, diagrams and special studies will be reviewed and discussed. The facilitators will highlight the practical aspects of the OEB processes using examples drawn from applications and provide “lessons learned” through their experiences in navigating the regulatory processes.

Location

Novotel Hotel Training Facility, 200 Bass Pro Mills Drive Vaughan , Ontario , L4K 0B9

Course Outline

The following topics will be covered:

• Cost of Service Applications

• Filing Requirements

• Operating Expenses (OM&A) and Capital Investments

• Load Forecast (including CDM adjustment) and the Revenue Requirement

• Cost Allocation and Rate Design

• Deferral and Variance Accounts

The session will also provide participants with some of the soft skills that are so important when dealing with regulatory issues, such as explaining the “story” or “narrative” behind the LDC and the application, and targeting key messages to stakeholders, ratepayers and Board staff.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for staff from all functional areas and levels of the organization, as well as to those interested in pursuing a career in the energy sector. It is beneficial to complete Module 1 but it is not a prerequisite.

Course Outline