Energy Solutions for
Ontario Restaurants
Access commercial-grade energy rates without being a big chain.
From early-morning prep to late-night clean-down, energy keeps your restaurant running. But unpredictable costs can blow up your monthly budget. We help independent restaurants, franchise groups, and multi-location operators access the kind of rate stability big companies enjoy.
While large corporations buy energy in bulk and lock in lower rates, we do the same on behalf of 44,000+ small and mid-sized Ontario businesses, including more than 16,000 restaurants.
How? We buy energy at wholesale rates and offer fixed-rate plans that help you reduce price volatility, simplify planning, and take control of what you pay per unit. Your local utility still delivers your energy and sends your bill. OWE just helps you lock in your rate. So, while your total bill still depends on usage, your price per unit stays consistent month to month.
Ontario Energy Board–licensed. Backed by Shell Energy. An ONIT Company.
Why Restaurant Energy Feels Unpredictable
- Usage spikes all day: Prep, lunch rush, dinner service, late-night clean-down. Ovens, fryers, walk-ins, make-lines, HVAC — it adds up
- Seasonal swings: Winter heating and summer cooling can blow up monthly budgets
- Default utility pricing: If you’re on a standard utility rate, your bill may change month to month
- Confusing bills: Line items, riders, and rate changes make planning hard
Our take: You deserve simple, stable pricing you can plan around – not surprise bills
How Fixed-Rate Plans Help Restaurants
- More predictable budgeting: Your rate stays the same, so your bill is easier to estimate, even if usage varies
- Cash-flow confidence: Fewer surprises = smoother payroll and purchasing
- Protection from peaks: Reduce exposure to winter gas spikes and summer electricity peaks
- Less admin: Clear terms you can explain to your GM in 60 seconds
Not sure if fixed-rate fits your operation?
Electricity & Natural Gas, What to Know
Electricity (front & back-of-house)
Time-of-use and seasonal demand can make hydro unpredictable, especially for dinner-heavy concepts or all-day cafés.
We help you:
- Lock in a 1-5 year electricity rate
- Compare options side-by-side in plain language
- Switch with no downtime (your utility still delivers)
Natural Gas (kitchens & heating)
Gas is core to cooking and comfort, and winter volatility can sting.
We help you:
- Reduce exposure to seasonal price swings with a fixed rate
- Match contract terms to your actual usage and hours
- Keep the service unchanged while we handle the paperwork
What You’ll Get in a Free Energy Audit
A 10–15 minute call + a recent bill (photo/PDF is fine)
You’ll walk away with:
- A clear breakdown of what you’re paying today, and why it changes
- A simple explanation of fixed vs. default utility pricing
- Options for 1-5 year terms based on your usage pattern
- Answers to switching, regulation, and renewal timing
Multi-Location & Franchises
Run the same play across multiple sites.
- Consistent approach for multiple meters and addresses
- Terms and renewal windows you can track centrally
- Local support with national-level backing
Why Restaurants Choose Ontario Wholesale Energy
- Cancel anytime: No penalties. Just 90 days’ notice
- Licensed & local: Ontario Energy Board–licensed retailer serving more than 16,000 local restaurants
- Backed by Shell Energy: Strength and reliability behind the scenes
- We work with your utility: Delivery stays exactly the same, only your rate changes
- Education-first: We explain your bill and options in plain English
Talk to an Energy Advisor
Want help reviewing your energy bill? Not sure if a fixed rate is right for your business?
Our team can walk you through your options in plain language, no jargon, no pressure.