FortisAlberta Service Estimator
Apr 8, 2026 - Thinking about connecting a new electrical service? Our FortisAlberta Service Estimator (FASE) tool can help you get an idea of costs, quickly and on your own terms. It calculates high-level, non‑binding estimates for new connections based on a few simple inputs. Using the tool, simply drop a pin at your location, confirm your service requirements and select your service type. [...]
2026 wildfire season
Apr 8, 2026 - Wildfire conditions in Alberta can change quickly. That’s why FortisAlberta prepares year-round to reduce wildfire risk and help keep communities safe. In 2026, we continue to invest in safety measures that protect the communities we serve [...]
Larger farm equipment increases the risk of overhead power line contact
Apr 1, 2026 - Over the past decade, equipment such as combines, air seeders, sprayers and grain augers has increased in height as farmers look for ways to improve efficiency and productivity. Across Alberta and throughout FortisAlberta’s service territo [...]
A safety-first approach to family, farming and electricity
Mar 30, 2026 - Ben, a FortisAlberta employee, embodies Alberta’s entrepreneurial spirit. When he’s not leading our expert power line technicians serving the Brooks and Redcliff areas as Supervisor, Field Operations, you’ll find him tending to his cereal, [...]
Built for the backcountry: Life on our travelling crews
Mar 25, 2026 - FortisAlberta’s travelling crews spend their careers in motion, following projects across the province. With every move comes a new set of challenges and a new chance to build something that lasts. For Dave Sorestad, that’s exactly the ap [...]
FortisAlberta Partners with Parkland School Division to Implement Electricity Education Program
Mar 12, 2026 - FortisAlberta is proud to support the implementation of Electricity Now!, a new national education program that helps students explore how electricity powers their lives and shapes Canada’s energy future. [...]
Dive into Fun with a Family Day Free Swim Sponsored by FortisAlberta
Feb 6, 2026 - As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthen community connections, we’re excited to bring back the FortisAlberta Family Day Free Swim! Throughout the Family Day weekend, aquatic centres across our service territory will be opening thei [...]
FortisAlberta named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 2026
Jan 27, 2026 - For the sixth consecutive year, FortisAlberta has been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers. This recognition highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a supportive, engaging and rewarding workplace for over 1,300 employees ac [...]
Protection, prevention and pride: Meet our Forestry team
Jan 7, 2026 - While “electricity distribution” normally evokes images of poles and wires rather than trees, FortisAlberta’s forestry department plays a critical role in keeping the lights on for Alberta homes, farms and businesses. Their work extends far [...]
Engineering excellence: How collaboration sparks innovation
Jan 6, 2026 - At FortisAlberta, we believe innovation isn’t just about technology. It’s about people working together to create a stronger, smarter electricity grid. As more customers explore options like solar panels and battery storage systems, FortisA [...]
Spreading Holiday Cheer: Community Events and Giving Back
Dec 3, 2025 - The holiday season is upon us and there's no shortage of festive events and charitable activities to get involved in across our communities. Here's a glimpse into some of the heartwarming events and initiatives happening this year: [...]
Local People: Nic, Operations Lead, Rocky Mountain House
Dec 2, 2025 - Meet Nic. Born and raised in Rocky Mountain House, Nic is extremely familiar with the area he works. He knows the people. He knows the Town and he knows how important the sense of community is in the place he calls home. Nic is a key player [...]
FortisAlberta honoured with national industry awards for innovation, reliability and safety
Nov 26, 2025 - FortisAlberta received four national awards from Electricity Canada for leadership in reliability, operational innovation, wildfire mitigation and public safety. The honours highlight the Company’s industry-leading performance and its commi [...]
Building a Brighter Alberta: Community Successes from Save Energy Grants
Nov 24, 2025 - Alberta’s communities are leading the way in energy innovation, thanks in part to the FortisAlberta Save Energy Grant program. Local organizations are making a real difference by saving energy, reducing emissions and strengthening the resil [...]
Celebrating Alberta’s Blooming Communities
Oct 22, 2025 - FortisAlberta is a proud partner of Communities in Bloom (CiB) Alberta, a non-profit program focused on enhancing the beauty, livability and sustainability of communities through citizen involvement, beautification and environmental steward [...]
FortisAlberta Celebrates the Opening of the Airdrie Public Library
Oct 6, 2025 - FortisAlberta was proud to be onsite when the Airdrie Public Library (APL) and Inspire building opened its doors to the public for the first time on Sept. 24! The new facility features more than 160,000 lendable items, doubling the size of [...]
The Direct Current Secondary System Research Study: A partnership between FortisAlberta and the University of Alberta
Oct 6, 2025 - FortisAlberta is partnered with the University of Alberta on an innovative project with the potential to transform how electricity is delivered and used more efficiently by customers who require and use higher levels of electricity to power [...]
Watching over the grid: How FortisAlberta keeps power safe and reliable during wildfire season
Sep 4, 2025 - FortisAlberta’s Control Centre operates around the clock to monitor and protect the power system, especially during wildfire season when risks to communities and infrastructure are heightened. Through a comprehensive wildfire mitigation str [...]
Emma Rubens: Exploring sustainability from Alberta to the Andes
Aug 21, 2025 - At FortisAlberta, we’re proud to celebrate the diverse stories and backgrounds of our employees. Today, we’re spotlighting Emma Rubens, a Capital Delivery Summer Student based in Sherwood Park. Emma’s passion for sustainability and her beli [...]
Flying high, staying grounded: Richard Steckhahn’s dual roles in the Canadian Armed Forces and as a FortisAlberta warehouse operator
Aug 6, 2025 - Richard first joined FortisAlberta more than a decade ago as a summer student, joining us full-time in 2017. He has since helped modernize our warehouse operations by supporting the integration of the paperless system FortisAlberta now uses [...]
Think Before You Dig
Whether you’re gardening, planting a tree or putting up a fence, you can avoid a serious electrical incident by submitting a locate request.
