1Click Energy Taps Local Firm to Lead Newfoundland's Electrification

TORONTO, ON – April 02, 2026 – Toronto-based residential electrification leader 1Click Energy Solutions Inc. has announced the full integration of Total Energy Solutions, a well-regarded Newfoundland company, under its national brand. The move solidifies 1Click's presence in Atlantic Canada and strategically positions the firm to capitalize on the province's aggressive push towards green energy, creating one of the largest home electrification providers in the region.

The integration marks the culmination of a multi-year partnership and represents a significant step in 1Click's national expansion strategy. It comes just after the company rebranded from 1Click Heating & Cooling to 1Click Energy Solutions, signaling a definitive shift from traditional HVAC services to a comprehensive, whole-home approach to decarbonization.

A Strategic Power Play for National Expansion

This acquisition is not a sudden development but the final piece of a carefully executed strategy. The relationship began in 2023 with a subcontracting arrangement, allowing 1Click to establish a foothold in Newfoundland by leveraging Total Energy's local installation crews. Recognizing a synergistic opportunity, 1Click made a strategic investment in the Newfoundland firm in 2024, deepening the alliance before moving to today's full integration.

This methodical approach—partner, invest, integrate—serves as a blueprint for 1Click's national ambitions. By acquiring companies with deep local roots and trusted reputations, the firm can rapidly scale its operations while avoiding the pitfalls of entering new markets from scratch. The model combines national-level technological infrastructure and purchasing power with invaluable on-the-ground expertise.

Jim Mitrakos, a 1Click Executive and Partner in its strategic investor First Growth Management, described the merger as a key milestone. "This alliance strengthens the firm's overall capabilities, particularly on complex projects that require both scale and local expertise," he stated. "Newfoundland represents a major opportunity in Canada's transition to net-zero, and this partnership positions 1Click to play a leading role."

Tapping into Newfoundland's Green Rush

The timing of the integration is critical, as Newfoundland and Labrador has become a hotbed for residential electrification. The province is actively encouraging homeowners to move away from fossil fuels, backed by some of the most generous incentive programs in the country. The cornerstone of this effort is the takeCHARGE program, a joint initiative between Newfoundland Power and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. Under this program, qualified homeowners can receive up to an unprecedented $22,000 to transition from oil heating systems to modern, energy-efficient electric heat pumps.

These substantial rebates have ignited consumer demand, creating a booming market for qualified installers. Total Energy Solutions is an approved contractor for the takeCHARGE program, giving 1Click immediate access to this heavily subsidized market. The acquisition provides 1Click with the installation capacity and local credibility needed to meet this surging demand.

"Since expanding to Newfoundland in 2023, our ambition has been to serve the entire province and support the projects and reforms shaping its electrical future," said 1Click CEO Nathan Horton. "Total's assimilation gives us the capacity to do that." The move also positions the company for further expansion into Eastern Newfoundland, a territory it has long targeted for growth.

The Fusion of National Scale and Local Trust

The deal is structured to be mutually beneficial, creating a combined entity that is greater than the sum of its parts. 1Click brings its modernized technology stack, optimized back-end processes, and a wide portfolio of products that includes heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, and smart energy management systems. This operational backbone and product pipeline will enable the Newfoundland operation to scale efficiently.

In return, 1Click gains the invaluable assets of Total Energy Solutions: a sterling reputation for quality and service built since its founding in 2020 by local entrepreneurs Alexander Brake and Roy Moores. With deep roots in the Corner Brook community, Total Energy provides the local trust and customer relationships that can take years for an outside company to build. This local expertise is crucial for navigating regional building codes, climate conditions, and customer expectations.

In a joint statement, Brake and Moores highlighted this synergy. "1Click's innovative approach to electrification is exactly what we envisioned when we started Total Energy. Joining forces allows us to continue delivering the quality our customers expect, while benefiting from 1Click's scale, technology, and innovation." Horton echoed this sentiment, noting the shared values and commitment to customer outcomes made the decision easy on a personal level.

Redefining the Modern Canadian Home

This integration is emblematic of a broader industry trend: the shift from selling standalone HVAC products to providing integrated, whole-home energy solutions. The recent rebranding of 1Click reflects this evolution. The company is positioning itself not just as an installer, but as a partner for homeowners looking to create smarter, more efficient, and fully electrified homes prepared for a net-zero future.

Total Energy's experience in installing EV chargers made it a particularly good fit for 1Click's expanded vision. The goal is to create a seamless ecosystem within the home where heating, cooling, water heating, and vehicle charging are all managed intelligently to minimize carbon emissions and utility costs. The combined entity will offer a full suite of services to help Newfoundlanders achieve this, from initial electrical panel upgrades to the installation of interconnected smart technologies.

As management teams work to ensure a seamless transition, the focus remains squarely on the future. The integration equips the local team with advanced tools and a broader mission, while solidifying 1Click's role as a major national player in Canada's green transition.

"We're very proud of what we've built at Total Energy Solutions, but now it's really about what comes next," Brake and Moores concluded. "The way Canadians heat and power their homes is changing—and so are we. Together with 1Click Energy Solutions, we're better equipped to grow and lead electrification across Newfoundland."