Roadmap for SaskPower’s Future Distribution System and Organization - The Saskatchewan electric grid is undergoing a major transformation to meet evolving customer needs and emerging technologies. This session will introduce SaskPower’s Distribution Transformation (DT) effort, also known as Grid Modernization, explaining why these initiatives are critical for utilities, energy industry professionals, and the broader energy ecosystem.

We’ll explore:

• Why Grid Modernization Matters: The impact and integration of electric vehicles (EVs), distributed generation (DG), and smart technologies and why “building bigger” is no longer the most cost-effective solution.
• EV Impacts: Understanding how varying ‘speed of charging’ impacts the grid in residential vs commercial areas
• DG Impacts: Key attributes of various DG resources and how they interact with and impact the grid
• Smart Technology: How advanced tools and automation are reshaping grid operations.

The session will also highlight related initiatives, including:

• Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and substation metering for granular planning data
• Data analytics tools for forecasting and decision support
• Peak Load Management (PLM) programs
• Distributed generation and heating electrification programs

Cory Gelowitz - is an experienced electric utility leader with over 25 years in the industry, specializing in energy management, distributed energy resources (DERs), and grid modernization. As Portfolio Manager for Grid Modernization at SaskPower, Cory leads the company’s Distribution Transformation efforts, developing strategy, implementing portfolio management frameworks, and driving innovation in grid modernization and DER integration. He has extensive experience in customer relations, project management, and leading cross-functional teams, with a proven track record in delivering major transmission projects, managing key customer accounts, and developing new business processes. Cory holds a Bachelor of Arts in Commerce and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). His skills span technical, financial, and stakeholder engagement domains, making him a trusted advisor and leader in the utility sector.

Agenda

7:00am – 7:30am – Casual networking  (in-person only) 
7:30am – 7:45am – Announcements. (hybrid) 
7:45am – 8:30am – Presentation (hybrid)
8:30am – 9:00am – Q & A (hybrid) 

In person — Join us at 7:00 am at Confederation Inn (3330 Fairlight Dr, Saskatoon). Fees are as noted on the website presentations page.

How do you access the Zoom meeting?
Register to attend this meeting presentation by emailing us at: contact@emtfsask.ca.

These Zoom meetings are offered free of charge.


Regards
Angie Bugg, Ken Coutu & William Popiel (EMTF Saskatoon presentation committee).