meter connect fee will charged monthly. But you could search Measurement Canada about Net Meter program. So you don't need 2 meter. if you have two meters, there are two diferent ways to contect. make sure you know which way they will do.
national research has all the data about the Ottawa (or other city) sun location and hours. I haven't study that yet. But it is the basic number that you will know if it's worth of investment.