When trees and branches come in contact with power lines, it can cause power outages and damage to electrical equipment. To ensure public safety and the reliable operation of our electricity distribution network, Elexicon Energy uses approved contractors to trim trees and maintain adequate clearance around overhead power lines.

Tree trimming, mandated by the Ontario Energy Board, must be performed on a three-year cycle. The line clearing maintenance program work involves pruning municipal and privately owned trees. There is no cost to homeowners, and property clean up is the responsibility of the contractor

Professional line clearing contractors are performing tree trimming work in the communities listed below.

If you have any questions or would like to request assistance with tree maintenance on your property, please send your inquiry to: maintenance@elexiconenergy.com

CommunityAreaStart DateEnd DateContractor
Ajax
Underway
September 30, 2024
Ontario Line Clearing & Tree Experts
Belleville
July 22, 2024
October 18, 2024
Asplundh Canada
Bowmanville
September 1, 2024
September 30, 2024
Ontario Line Clearing & Tree Experts
Gravenhurst
Underway
October 31, 204
Davey Tree Expert Company
Pickering
Underway
September 30, 2024
Ontario Line Clearing & Tree Experts
Whitby
August 1, 2024
September 30, 2024
Ontario Line Clearing & Tree Experts

Tree Planting Guidelines

Elexicon asks that all property owners follow the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) guidelines when planting near our infrastructure. Their guide, Planting Under or Around Powerlines & Electrical Equipment, provides information on planting near power lines and electrical equipment, choosing the right species of tree for the area, provincial standards and best practices.