President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Markham District Energy Inc. (MDEI) is a best-in-class award winning thermal energy utility providing reliable, efficient, and cost-competitive energy services to 212 commercial, residential, and institutional buildings, encompassing more than 13M sq. ft. of indoor space. The company is committed to environmental stewardship and advancing low carbon projects that are on track to reduce GHG emissions by 35K tonnes by 2030 and achieve Net-Zero emissions by 2050. MDEI’s mission is to be the preferred provider of energy services by providing a high standard of customer service while leading the way in energy resilience, environmental performance, price competitiveness, and corporate citizenship. Launched in 2000, MDEI owns and operates two district energy systems serving Markham’s growing development areas.
MDEI’s core business is the supply of heating and cooling energy to customers for space conditioning and processes. MDEI also produces electricity for the local power grid using combined heat and power technology. MDEI has significant growth opportunities with plans to expand its existing thermal grids, develop new systems in other growth regions within Markham, and introduce complementary technologies and fuels to the district energy platform.
Markham District Energy Inc. (MDEI) is at a pivotal moment in its evolution. As the company navigates a period of transformative change, it is actively exploring pathways for future growth and the strategies needed to achieve it. This is an exciting chapter in MDEI’s history – one defined by innovation, ambition, and opportunity.
The Opportunity
The Board of Directors is seeking a visionary President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead MDEI into its next era. Reporting directly to the Board, the CEO will be responsible for the organization’s strategic direction, operational execution, and financial stewardship. This role demands both bold thinking and steady leadership to ensure all operations are managed in alignment with approved budgets, corporate values, and long-term objectives.
Who You Are
As the President & CEO of one of Canada’s most forward-thinking municipal energy utilities, the ideal candidate is a visionary and financially astute leader with knowledge of sustainable energy systems, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder engagement across municipal, provincial, and federal levels. The President & CEO has a minimum 15 years of senior leadership experience, preferably in energy, utilities, or infrastructure; experience leading construction and large capital projects; proven track record in strategic planning, infrastructure financing, and a demonstrated commitment to delivering shareholder returns while maintaining fiscal prudence and organizational solvency. The ideal candidate also has a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Environmental Science, or related field.
To Apply
To fill this position, Markham District Energy Inc. has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers. If you’re a leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and community impact, to help shape the future of municipal energy in Canada, MDEI wants to hear from you. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online ideally by September 12th, 2025 at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/30551
We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Markham District Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and MDEI throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.
