Membership

The OWA is the trusted voice for the waterpower industry representing the common and collective interests of over 140 member companies. Our membership includes generators, product and service providers, municipal and Indigenous communities, and individuals.

By joining the OWA you will be part of the trusted voice for the waterpower industry and will share in our goals to sustain and enhance Ontario’s existing waterpower assets and provide new opportunities for waterpower development in Ontario.

Membership to the OWA is by the member company, not by the individual. Under the umbrella of the member company, all employees are members however only the primary member for each company has voting privileges. Generator Member fees are based on total generation at all facilities in Ontario. Product and Service member fees are based on their annual business in the waterpower sector in Ontario, see rates below.

Member Categories and Fees

Generator Members (total generation all facilities)	Product and Service Providers (annual business in Ontario’s waterpower sector)
< 500 kW = $519.50	< 250 K = $519.50
> 500 kW - 1 MW = $1,039	< 500 K = $1,039
> 1 MW - 5 MW = $1,558.50	< 1 M = $2,597.50
> 5 MW - 10 MW = $3,117	< 2 M = $5,195
> 10 MW - 25 MW = $7,792.50	> 2 M = $7,792.50
> 25 MW - 50 MW = $10,390
> 50 MW - 100 MW = $18,182.50
100+ MW = $50,000
1000+ MW = $80,000

The OWA offers a discounted membership to seniors, communities, and students ($103.90) and other organizations ($519.50). For more information, contact us at [email protected].

Why Join the OWA?

Leadership

Member companies are able to nominate, vote and stand for election for a seat on the Board of Directors. The OWA is structured as a “one member, one vote” organization, ensuring all member companies have an opportunity to serve in a leadership role.

Influence

Responsible advocacy is at the heart of the OWA’s work on behalf of the industry, focusing on both existing assets and new opportunities. Advancing the economic prosperity of generating facilities benefits the broader industry represented by OWA’s membership. Membership allows your organization and its representatives to be part of the collective voice for the waterpower industry. All members are invited and encouraged to participate in OWA Policy Task Teams, offering input on current and emerging initiatives.

Networking and Events

Membership with the OWA offers all individuals in your organization the opportunity to be part of the waterpower community and expand their networks. Members gain exclusive access to OWA networking events, including Queen’s Park annual lobby day and reception, Boots and Hard Hats Facility Tour, the Power of Water Canada Conference and Trade Show, and several other OWA events held throughout the year.

Education

Your membership gives your organization a competitive edge with exclusive educational opportunities to events and webinars. You’ll also gain access to OWA internal reports, surveys and other publications.

All individuals from your organization can sign up to receive our “Waterpower Weekly” newsletter, which includes OWA advocacy and policy updates, business opportunities (i.e. RFPs, tenders), and member and industry news.

Discounts

OWA members enjoy exclusive member-only discounts on products, workshops, the annual Power of Water Canada Technical Conference and Trade Show, exhibit space, advertising, and resource materials.

Marketing and Business Opportunities

Members gain exclusive marketing opportunities, including access to the OWA Member Hub, the comprehensive Member Directory, and the private Member Forum. Members can promote corporate news and job openings in the OWA weekly newsletter and on social media. Additional benefits include advertising opportunities in the Year in Review publication and the chance to present webinars, showcasing products and services to the OWA community and beyond.