Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, we do have different rates in the Northwest Territories in regards to diesel communities, hydro communities and communities on gas generation. Again, the way the rate is determined is based on the actual cost of generating that power in the communities and how that cost is going to be distributed amongst the residents of those communities. Also, Mr. Speaker, we do have a subsidy program which allows people that use power, the first 700 kilowatts of power that is used is being subsidized into the Yellowknife rate. We are, Mr. Speaker, looking at this issue. Again, it is the Public Utilities Board that does make the final decision on exactly how our rates are through a public hearing process. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
David Krutko on Question 401-15(4): Affordable Residential Power Rates In The Nwt
In the Legislative Assembly on February 15th, 2006. See this statement in context.
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Question 401-15(4): Affordable Residential Power Rates In The Nwt
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February 14th, 2006
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