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Justin French Joins OGA Board
The Ontario Geothermal Association welcomes Justin French, Senior Director at Aecon GeoExchange Solutions Inc., to its Board of Directors. With over 35 years in geothermal and utility infrastructure, Mr. French brings extensive sector expertise to support industry growth and drilling alignment in Ontario.
📍 Learn more:https://ontariogeothermal.ca
Partnership to Advance Geothermal Innovation
OGA and New York GEO are aligning efforts to grow the geothermal sector through joint education and collaboration. This 3-year partnership supports members across Canada and New York in driving adoption of ground source heat pump systems.
📞 More info:https://ontariogeothermal.ca
Sustainability tip of the month
Thinking about upgrading your HVAC system? Geothermal heat pumps can be a game-changer. They’re up to four times more efficient than traditional systems, offering reliable heating and cooling year-round—while dramatically cutting energy bills and emissions. It’s a long-term investment that pays off in both comfort and savings.
Discover more atontariogeothermal.ca
Looking to connect with Toronto’s green energy community?
Don’t miss Green Drinks Toronto, happening monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at Grace O’Malley’s from 6–8:30 PM.
🍃 Learn more:https://www.greendrinks.org/ON/Toronto
In-Person IGSHPA Training with WaterFurnace – Nov 11–13
Earn your Accredited Installer certification with WaterFurnace’s certified IGSHPA trainers this fall. The hands-on course runs November 11–13 at Rutgers EcoComplex in Fieldsboro, NJ.
📍 Registration details:https://igshpa.org/ai-registration-form-wfi/
From Oil to Geothermal: Stratford Homeowners Cut Costs & Carbon
After oil bills topped $800/month, Murray Schlotzhauer and Heather Anderson made the switch to geothermal with a horizontal loop system and 5-ton heat pump. Now? Lower bills, no maintenance, and consistent comfort—all thanks to Buchanan & Hall.
📉 Read full story:https://ontariogeothermal.ca/story/murray-schlotzhauer-and-rose-anderson/
🌱 Welcome Justin French to the OGA Board of Directors!
The Ontario Geothermal Association is proud to announce that Justin French, Senior Director of Innovative Energy Solutions at Aecon Group Inc., has joined our Board.
With over 35 years of leadership in construction and energy — spanning geothermal, district energy, solar, and more — Justin brings invaluable expertise to the table. His deep knowledge of geothermal and utility construction will help OGA continue to support drilling companies and strengthen Ontario’s geothermal sector.
We’re excited to have him on board to help advance the industry’s growth and innovation.
OGA has launched a new membership model for 2025!
From contractors to government partners, our updated tiers reflect the full scope of Ontario’s geothermal industry.
📄 Apply online or emailinfo@ontariogeothermal.ca
🌱 Welcome Gaby Kalapos to the OGA Board of Directors!
The Ontario Geothermal Association is excited to announce that Gaby Kalapos, Executive Director at Clean Air Partnership, has joined our Board.
With over 25 years of experience leading local government action on clean air and climate change, Gaby brings a deep passion for advancing clean energy solutions, building collaborative partnerships, and supporting Ontario’s decarbonization efforts.
We’re thrilled to have her expertise guiding the future of geothermal in Ontario.
IGSHPA Certification Update Coming Late 2025
IGSHPA is finalizing a new training and certification program—built on the 2025 CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448 Standard. Developed in partnership with CSA Group, this update improves accessibility, targets specific job roles, and includes the latest ground source heat pump tech.
📅 Stay tuned for the upcoming webinar.
New Joint Venture Brings Geothermal to Scale
Diverso Energy and Mattamy Homes have announced a national partnership to integrate geothermal systems across select residential developments in Canada. This joint venture marks a major step toward building emissions-free communities—delivering comfort, cost efficiency, and sustainability at scale.
📍 Learn more:https://ontariogeothermal.ca
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