Mr. Speaker, I would believe the answer is "No". The rate increase is totally separate from the Ardicom contract which deals with the digital communication infrastructure.
Goo Arlooktoo on Question 479-13(4): Nwtel Rate Increase
In the Legislative Assembly on May 28th, 1997. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 479-13(4): Nwtel Rate Increase
Question 479-13(4): Nwtel Rate Increase
Item 6: Oral Questions
May 27th, 1997
Page 1166
Goo Arlooktoo Baffin South
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