Canada’s Electric Future: Jana Mosley to Lead at a Critical Juncture

OTTAWA, ON – June 23, 2026 – In a move signaling a decisive focus on navigating Canada’s complex energy transition, Electricity Canada has appointed Jana Mosley, President and CEO of Toronto Hydro, as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. The announcement comes at what can only be described as a pivotal moment for the nation—a time when the very architecture of our power system is being fundamentally reimagined to support a decarbonized, electrified, and increasingly digital society.

Mosley steps into the role as the national electricity sector grapples with an unprecedented mandate: to nearly double its capacity by 2050 while ensuring the grid remains reliable, affordable, and secure. Her appointment is more than a routine leadership change; it places a seasoned engineer and transformational leader at the helm of the industry’s national voice, precisely when that voice needs to be its clearest and most influential.

“This is a period of unprecedented growth in the electricity sector,” Mosley stated upon her appointment. “I’m excited to work with Canada’s largest electricity companies to ensure our electricity system is ready to support the growth ahead.” Her words underscore a challenge that is both technical and deeply human, one that will test the country's capacity for innovation, collaboration, and building public trust.

An Architect for a System in Flux

To understand the significance of Mosley’s leadership, one must look at her career, which reads like a blueprint for managing complex energy systems through profound change. With over 25 years of experience spanning nearly every facet of the electricity value chain—from system operations and generation to transmission and distribution—she brings a rare, holistic perspective to the table.

As the current head of Toronto Hydro, one of Canada’s largest urban electricity distributors, she is on the front lines of the energy transition. Urban centers are where the pressures of electrification, from EV charging infrastructure to building retrofits, are most acute. Her work there involves modernizing an aging grid to meet these evolving demands while maintaining a people-first focus on customer value and safety.

Prior to her role in Toronto, Mosley was a key figure in Alberta's energy landscape. As President of ENMAX Power Corporation, she was responsible for the safe operation and development of Calgary’s grid, guiding the utility to top-quartile performance. Her tenure was marked by a focus on grid modernization, regulatory reform, and operational excellence during a period of significant growth. Her deep experience extends to leadership positions at the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), TransAlta, and AltaLink, giving her an intricate understanding of the market dynamics and regulatory frameworks that govern Canada’s provincial energy systems.

Her credentials—a Professional Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, a Harvard Business School education, and certifications as a Project Management Professional and Institute of Corporate Directors member—are matched by a track record of recognized leadership. Accolades such as being named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women by WXN in 2023 are not just honors, but indicators of an ability to drive change in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

The Trillion-Dollar Challenge of a Greener Grid

Mosley’s appointment is set against a backdrop of staggering numbers. According to the Canada Energy Regulator, national electricity demand is projected to surge by as much as 120% by 2050 under net-zero scenarios. This growth is driven by the mass adoption of electric vehicles, the shift to electric heat pumps in homes and businesses, and the power-hungry demands of new industrial sectors, including AI data centers and critical mineral processing. To meet this demand, Canada’s installed electricity capacity may need to expand from 160 gigawatts today to over 400 gigawatts.

The investment required to build this future is monumental, with estimates ranging from $1.1 to $1.7 trillion by 2050. This isn't just about building more power plants; it’s about constructing a smarter, more resilient, and more interconnected grid. It requires expanding transmission lines between provinces, integrating vast amounts of variable renewable energy like wind and solar, and deploying sophisticated energy storage and smart grid technologies to maintain system stability.

Francis Bradley, President and CEO of Electricity Canada, captured the urgency of the moment. “Jana Mosley is exactly the kind of proven, forward-looking leader our industry needs at this critical moment,” he said. “As Canada works to double electricity capacity, build faster and strengthen collaboration across governments and partners, her experience will help drive the reliable, affordable and modern grid Canadians depend on.”

This mission is fraught with challenges. Regulatory processes are often slow and ill-equipped for the pace of change required. Public and Indigenous consultation is critical but requires new models of partnership. And all of this must be accomplished while keeping electricity affordable for Canadians, preserving the clean energy advantage that has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s industrial competitiveness.

Navigating Policy, Technology, and Trust

As Chair of Electricity Canada, Mosley will be central to shaping the industry's response to these challenges. The organization acts as the primary advocacy body for electricity producers, transmitters, and distributors, working to align industry capabilities with federal and provincial policy. Her leadership will be critical in advancing the goals laid out in the federal government’s “Powering Canada Strong” strategy, which aims to coordinate the massive build-out of the country’s clean electricity systems.

Key to this will be fostering an environment that accelerates grid modernization. This involves advocating for regulatory frameworks that incentivize innovation and allow utilities to invest in new technologies without imposing undue costs on consumers. It also means championing the expansion of interprovincial transmission capacity, a politically and logistically complex task that is essential for sharing clean power across regions and enhancing national energy security.

Mosley’s technical background as an engineer will be invaluable in guiding conversations around the integration of emerging technologies, from small modular reactors (SMRs) in provinces like Ontario and Saskatchewan to utility-scale battery storage and AI-driven grid management platforms. Building the public trust necessary to deploy these systems at scale will be one of her most significant undertakings.

A New Current of Leadership

Beyond the technical and policy imperatives, Mosley’s appointment marks a significant milestone for leadership in the Canadian energy sector. As a prominent woman in a field historically dominated by men, her visibility at the head of the industry’s national association sends a powerful message about the evolving nature of leadership.

Her commitment to mentorship and her recognition as an influential leader by organizations like WXN highlight a crucial element of the energy transition: the need for diverse perspectives to solve its most complex problems. Building the grid of the future is not just an engineering challenge; it is a societal one that requires a deep understanding of community needs, a commitment to equity, and an ability to foster collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

As Jana Mosley takes the chair at Electricity Canada, she inherits the monumental task of helping to power Canada’s future. Her career demonstrates she has the technical acumen and strategic foresight for the job. Her leadership will now be tested in uniting an entire industry to build a system that is not only powerful and clean, but also resilient, equitable, and fundamentally trusted by the people it is built to serve.