WiRE Toronto x IESO Control Room Tour
January 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Join us WiRE Toronto & IESO for a behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-the-art grid control room!
Join the WiRE Toronto x IESO Control Room Tour!
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). This tour offers a unique opportunity to visit the Viewing Gallery and learn how Ontario’s power grid is managed in real-time.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Please arrive by 12:45 PM for security processing)
- Location & Directions: Attendees will receive the address and directions the day before the event.
Registration & Fees
Proceeds from this event go directly toward supporting WiRE (Women in Renewable Energy) Toronto activities and future programming.
- Students: $15 CAD
- Professionals: $25 CAD
Required Action Items
To comply with facility security protocols, please note:
- RSVP & Info Deadline: Full names and company affiliations (for professionals) or academic institutions (for students) must be submitted by 4pm, Monday, January 19.
- Photo ID: All attendees must bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Security will not permit entry without it.
On-Site Guidelines
- Scent-Free Policy: The IESO is a scent-free facility. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, or strongly scented products.
- Arrival: The tour begins at 1:00 pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early (12:45 pm) to be processed through security and escorted to the Viewing Gallery.
- Refreshments: Light refreshments (coffee, tea, and fruit) will be provided.
Agenda Overview
The session will include a guided tour of the control room viewing area and a presentation on grid operations.
For questions reach out to us at info@womeninrenewableenergy.ca
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