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PowerStream is a community-owned energy company providing power and related services to more than 380,000 customers residing or owning a business in 15 communities located immediately north of Toronto and in Central Ontario.An industry leader in conservation, sustainability and the implementation of Smart Grid technologies, the company's core business is electricity distribution but also operates a renewable energy generation business involving the leasing of commercial building rooftops for the installation and operation of solar photovoltaic systems.Established in 2004 following the merger of three local utilities, the company's current assets are valued at approximately $1.4 billion (cdn). PowerStream is jointly owned by the Ontario municipalities of Barrie, Markham and Vaughan. The organization's stated corporate vision is to "be a socially responsible company, committed to the environment and sustainable growth, leading the way into the future with boldness, innovation and best in class performance."​Recent Awards and Recognition-> Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2016,2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012)-> Regional Smart Commute Employer of the Year for the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (2015)-> Gold/Silver Recipient of Canada's Safest Employers Award for Transportation & Utilities (2015,2014)-> Energy Star Utility of the Year - Regional (2015) -> Canada's Greenest Employer (2015 and 2014)-> Vaughan Chamber of Commerce Environmental Leadership Award (2015)-> Gold Recipient of Canada Excellence Award for Excellence, Innovation and Wellness (2014)-> York Region Character Community Champions (2014)-> Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™" in Canada (2014 and 2013)-> Electricity Distributors Association Environmental Excellence Award (2013)-> Smart Commute Employer of the Year for North Toronto, Vaughan (2013, 2011, 2009)