Corporate Relationships

Kingston Hydro is licensed by the Ontario Energy Board to provide electricity distribution services in central Kingston. 

The assets of the corporation are maintained and operated by the employees of Utilities Kingston, along with water, wastewater and gas utilities, as well as a fibre optics provider.

This unique multi-utility model provides distinct advantages in customer service and cost-savings through economies of scope.

Corporate Organization Chart
Our corporate organization chart depicts the relations of ownership and management between Utilities Kingston and the City of Kingston.

Directors

Bryan Paterson

Bryan
Paterson

Mayor, 
City of Kingston,

Chair

Gerard Hunt

Gerard
Hunt

Chief Administrative Officer, 
City of Kingston

JamesKeech

James A.
Keech

President and Chief Executive Officer, Kingston Hydro

Arthur Jordan

Arthur
Jordan

Independent Director

Barbara Hanley

Barbara
Hanley

Independent Director

In 2018, the Kingston Hydro Board of Directors also included Simon Chapelle, who later was elected to the Council of the City of Kingston, and was replaced by Barbara Hanley. Mr. Chapelle was an engaged and enthusiastic board member over his one-year term, who brought a new perspective to the Board. We thank Mr. Chapelle for his service. 

Officers

JamesKeech

James A.
Keech

President and Chief Executive Officer, Kingston Hydro

Randy Murphy

Randy Murphy 

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, Kingston Hydro