Save the Date: May 20 | OGA26 Conference – Turning The Shift Into Results!

Mark your calendars! The OGA Annual Conference is returning as a one-day event on May 20th, bringing together leaders, practitioners, and partners from across Ontario’s geothermal industry.

Join us for a full day of insight, connection, and collaboration focused on advancing geothermal solutions in Ontario and beyond. More details, including registration information, will be shared soon.

Stay tuned — we look forward to seeing you there!

A Holiday Message from Paul Frith, President of the OGA

As the year comes to a close, I’d like to take a moment to thank our members, partners, and supporters for your continued engagement and commitment to the OGA community.

This past year has been one of collaboration, progress, and shared purpose. Together, we’ve strengthened connections across our sector, supported innovation, and continued to move important conversations forward. None of this would be possible without the dedication and expertise of our members.

On behalf of the OGA Board and team, I wish you and your families a restful holiday season and a happy, healthy New Year. We look forward to building on this momentum together in the year ahead.

Warm regards,
Paul Frith
President, OGA

Welcoming a New Partnership: OGA Signs MOU with the Building Commissioning Association – Eastern Chapter

The Ontario Geothermal Association (OGA) is pleased to announce a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Building Commissioning Association (BCA) – Eastern Chapter, strengthening collaboration to advance geothermal technology and best practices within the built environment.

Through this partnership, OGA and BCA Eastern Chapter will work together to promote geothermal systems within the commissioning community, foster collaboration across commissioning organizations, and highlight the critical role of proper equipment commissioning in ensuring system performance, efficiency, and long-term success.

We’re excited to collaborate with the BCA Eastern Chapter and look forward to advancing shared goals that support high-performance buildings and a stronger, more resilient geothermal industry.

OGA’s New Website Is Live!

We’re excited to share that the Ontario Geothermal Association (OGA) has officially launched its new website! Designed with members and industry partners in mind, the refreshed site offers an improved user experience, clearer navigation, and updated resources to better support Canada’s growing geothermal sector.

Visit the new site to explore:

• OGA programs, events, and advocacy work

• Member resources and industry insights

• Training, news, and opportunities within the geothermal community

We invite all members to take a look and let us know what you think as we continue to build and grow together.

New Program: Become an OGA Partner

OGA has launched the Partner Visibility Program, offering flexible, year-round opportunities to showcase your brand across the OGA website, newsletters, and industry events.

Partners gain targeted exposure to Ontario’s geothermal decision-makers, align with a trusted industry platform, and choose from Core, Content, or Amplified partnership options — with bundled savings available.

Welcome to Our New OGA Members!

The Ontario Geothermal Association is excited to welcome our newest members to the OGA community. Each brings valuable expertise and shared commitment to advancing clean, sustainable energy solutions across Ontario.

We’re thrilled to have you join us—together, we’re driving the future of geothermal innovation and collaboration.

Q: Can a home or building owner install a geothermal system on their own?

It is highly recommended that all HVACR systems, including geothermal, are designed and installed by qualified and certified (licensed) contractors. For a list of geothermal contractors near you, click here.

Grundfos Canada: Advancing Water Solutions for a Sustainable Future

Grundfos Canada is a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, dedicated to solving the world’s water and climate challenges. As part of the broader Grundfos Group, the company supports residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal projects across Canada with energy-efficient, reliable, and innovative solutions.

From geothermal and HVAC systems to water supply, wastewater, and pressure boosting, Grundfos designs technologies that reduce energy use, lower operating costs, and support long-term sustainability goals. Their intelligent pump systems and digital solutions help optimize performance while minimizing environmental impact.

With a strong commitment to innovation, efficiency, and responsible water management, Grundfos Canada is helping build resilient, future-ready communities—one smart water solution at a time.

We’re always eager to hear your ideas, suggestions, and feedback! Your input is valuable to us, and we encourage you to reach out with any thoughts or comments. Please feel free to contact Paul Frith for more information or to share your ideas. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contact us via email here.