We are currently responding to an outage affecting St Eleanors, Wellington, O’Leary, Alberton and surrounding areas. Crews have been dispatched to investigate. For outage information or to report an outage please visit

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as Customer Service Utility Technician (CSUT) Red Seal. Learn more and apply online at Closing date for applications: February 21, 2025.

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as Junior Transmission Planning Engineer. Learn more and apply online at Closing date for applications: February 14, 2025.

Storms and emergencies can happen during any season on PEI, so it is best to always be prepared. Visit our website for a list of items to include when preparing an emergency kit:

This afternoon, an outage affecting customers in Western PEI was caused by a protection measure on our system. Technicians responded and all power was restored within 40 minutes.

February is Black History Month, a time to honour the experiences, histories, achievements and contributions of Black Canadians in our communities. It is also a time to reflect on the steps we’re taking year-round to foster and strengthen a culture of inclusion. Visit the Black Cultural Society of PEI’s website to learn more and see what activities are planned:

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as an Accounting Technician (Temporary - 12 Months). Learn more and apply online at Closing date for applications: February 7, 2025

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as Junior Transmission Planning Engineer. Learn more and apply online at Closing date for applications: February 14, 2025.

As we approach the evening peak from 4 to 8 p.m. with continued cold temperatures, we thank our customers for their continued conservation efforts. Please visit our website for some tips on how you can conserve the amount of energy you’re using when it’s extremely cold:

As extreme cold conditions persist this morning, we are asking customers to continue to conserve energy. See below for more winter energy conservation tips or visit We thank you for your efforts and cooperation. If you need us, please call 1-800-670-1012.

As we ask our customers to conserve energy, we want to assure you that our teams are working hard to meet your energy needs and are ready to respond if you need us. We are maximizing all our on-Island backup generation units, incorporating forecasted wind energy availability and coordinating with neighbouring utilities to respond to this significant energy demand. We appreciate your cooperation and conservation efforts as extreme cold passes through the region today and tomorrow. Please stay safe.

If you plan to use a stand-by generator for back-up power, visit our website for information on safe use and installation. When used incorrectly, generators can result in carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, damage to utility equipment, injury or fatality. Learn more:

Environment Canada is forecasting extremely cold temperatures across the Maritime region this week. Due to this extreme cold, we are predicting a higher than usual demand for electricity on our system on Wednesday, especially during peak times of 7 to 10 am and 4 to 8 pm. Visit our website for some tips on how you can conserve the amount of energy you’re using when it’s extremely cold:

Some very cold temperatures are forecast for PEI next week. You can prepare by having extra blankets and warm clothes on hand, restocking your emergency kit and inspecting your home heating devices to ensure they are working properly. Visit our website for more information:

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as Project Engineer (two-year term). Learn more and apply online at Closing date for applications: January 24, 2025

Help keep our crews safe. Please slow down, maintain a safe distance and be alert near work sites. Thank you!

Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for Kings county beginning tonight, lasting into Monday. High winds and snow are expected. We are ready to respond if needed. If possible, delay travel as driving conditions and visibility may be poor. Please stay safe and be prepared. Visit our website for our full preparedness checklist:

Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for Kings and Queens counties for a winter storm beginning Sunday and lasting into Monday.  Please be prepared. Visit our website for our full preparedness checklist:

Remember to look up and stay clear of your home’s electrical service line before placing a ladder and removing Christmas lights. If you are using a ladder, do so safely by using the right ladder for the job and placing it on an even surface. Visit our website for more safety information:

Wishing you a safe and happy New Year from all of us at Maritime Electric!