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· Application · 09/02/2026
Nova Scotia Power filed meter test results and appellant response in Darlene Gillis billing dispute appeal (M12971)
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- Nova Scotia Power filed Electric Meter Test Results (Exhibit G-5) for Meter No. 1176863, dated September 1, 2026, showing the meter operates within prescribed accuracy limits under Measurement Canada standards.
- In its letter to appellant Darlene Gillis (Exhibit 103430), NSPI confirmed the meter passed testing and advised that she may request an independent Measurement Canada test within 6 months for a $55.00 fee, refundable if the meter is found inaccurate.
- The appellant's email response (Exhibit 103431, September 2, 2026) rejected NSPI's findings, contending that a single occupant using over 15,000 kWh in a 4-month period (December 22, 2025 – April 24, 2026) is implausible compared to three occupants using approximately 3,000 kWh over a similar subsequent period.
- The appellant alleged the discrepancy may be linked to a cyber attack and characterized the billing as a 'money grab,' stating she will pay only what she believes she owes and threatened legal action if needed.
- The appellant noted her most recent bill does not indicate any accumulated arrears from prior periods, raising questions about how the high kilowatt-hour total was generated and communicated.
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What was filed
Documents filed on this day
- G-5 Meter Results
- 103430 NSPI Let to Appellant - redacted
- 103431 Email Response from Appellant re Meter Test - redacted