ATCO Ltd. and its Canadian Utilities Ltd. subsidiary appointed Dennis DeChamplain as senior vice president and CFO, replacing Brian Bale.

Bale is retiring after serving the companies for more than 35 years. He will continue in his role until June 1 to ensure a smooth and seamless transition, according to April 6 statements.

DeChamplain, who joined ATCO and Canadian Utilities in 1992, currently serves as senior financial officer for their electricity global business unit.