Why not, Mr. Chairman. Let me try again. The domestic subsidy is provided to all homeowners right across the territories. The subsidy is for 700 kilowatts. It is subsidized down to the Yellowknife rate. So, if, for example, client A in Fort McPherson has a house, they get a subsidy that is the equivalent for the first 700 kilowatts of the Yellowknife rate. That is determined, I think, by the NWT Power Corporation. Mr. Dent, when his budget comes forward, will be able to talk about the details of it, but that is how it works. That subsidy is growing, quite frankly, Mr. Chairman. I think there is some concern. I am sure Mr. Dent will talk to it later on in the budget. It has gone up to, as we say, over $7 million. Thank you.
John Todd on Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on January 29th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
January 29th, 1998
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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