Topic:"Compliance Legislation" in M12451

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AI summary The email criticizes Nova Scotia Power (NSPI) for mismanagement, corporate welfare, and legal violations, including failure to comply with federal laws and ineffective regulation by the NSEB. It highlights the CEO's lack of accountability and the broader systemic failures in governance and regulation.

Air Quality Regulations: On March 25, 2025, NSPI received a Certificate of Variance ("COV") from Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (NSECC) which allows NSPI flexibility on the timing of sulfur dioxide ("SO2") emissions in the 2025...

AI summary NSPI received a Certificate of Variance from NSECC allowing flexibility in sulfur dioxide emissions timing from 2025 to 2034, including compensating for 2022 excess emissions. This flexibility reduces compliance costs without increasing total emissions over the period.

Key initiatives - Risk oversight, including material ESG risks, at the Emera and operating company boards - Annual Board effectiveness evaluation - Commitments at Emera and operating company boards to diversity and inclusion - Annual say-o...

AI summary The document outlines key initiatives related to risk oversight, diversity and inclusion commitments, and corporate governance at Emera and its operating companies. It highlights the percentage of women and underrepresented groups on the boards, as well as shareholder support for pay decisions.

Regulatory Arrangements In Q1 2023, the Barbados regulator requested an additional compliance filling before setting final rates. The FTC dismissed BLPC's motion for review, which the utility appealed to the High Court of Barbados requesti...

AI summary In Q1 2023, the Barbados regulator requested additional compliance filings before finalizing rates. The FTC dismissed BLPC's motion for review, which BLPC appealed to the High Court of Barbados, seeking a stay. The stay was granted until the court can determine the matter. BLPC plans to file its appeal submissions by March 5, 2024, with intervenors and the Public Counsel required to reply by March 25, 2024, and BLPC to file additional submissions by April 11, 2024, while interim rates remain in effect.

Regulatory Arrangements In Q1 2023, the Barbados regulator requested an additional compliance filling before setting final rates. The FTC dismissed BLPC's motion for review, which the utility appealed to the High Court of Barbados requesti...

AI summary In Q1 2023, the Barbados regulator requested an additional compliance filing before finalizing rates. The FTC dismissed BLPC's motion for review, which the utility appealed to the High Court of Barbados. A stay of the decision was granted in December 2023, keeping interim rates in effect until the court resolves the matter.

REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026-2027 GRA OP-13 Attachment 1 Page 39 of 115 As the parent company, Emera provides certain corporate-wide services to its operating companies. These include safety, environment, compliance, in...

AI summary Emera, as the parent company, provides corporate-wide services to its operating companies, including safety, environment, compliance, and treasury services. These services are governed by enterprise-wide policies that may be adopted by operating company Boards or considered through consultation with the operating company.

Code of Conduct The Board promotes a culture of ethical business conduct and has adopted our Code of Conduct ("Code"), which establishes a standard of ethical business conduct that is expected from all of our Directors, officers and employ...

AI summary The Board of Emera has adopted a Code of Conduct to promote ethical business practices among employees, directors, and partners. The Code is available online and requires annual training and acknowledgment. Compliance is monitored, and the Board ensures no retaliation for good faith disclosures. The Code is reviewed regularly and updated with best practices.

Related Party Transactions Transactions between Emera and related parties are monitored in several ways to determine that such transactions comply with applicable laws, regulatory rules and the Code. In particular: - The Audit Committee ov...

AI summary The document outlines how Emera monitors and manages related party transactions to ensure compliance with laws and regulatory rules. Oversight is provided by the Audit Committee and the NCGC, which review disclosures, conflicts of interest, and adherence to the Code. The Code also sets limits on ownership and roles for directors, officers, and employees in related entities.

Note 3- Increase is due to system growth and increase in customer-requested work. The 2024 1 2 3 Compliance forecast expected lower staffing levels due to the closure of two generating units at the time of the 2023-2024 GRA. 27 from Energy...

AI summary Note 3 explains the increase in costs due to system growth and customer-requested work. The 2024 GRA anticipated lower staffing levels due to the closure of two generating units. Request IR-43 asks for details on employee compensation related to Emera and its affiliated companies, and the response outlines the CEO's compensation and corporate support services.

Company's merger with Iberdrola. [45](#page-86-1) 44 English Station is located in an environmental justice community, as defined by General Statutes § 22a-20a. 45 The Authority defers to the Superior Court on adjudication and enforcement...

AI summary The document discusses a merger between a company and Iberdrola, with the Authority emphasizing that remediation of the English Station site was a condition of the merger. UI argues that the record does not support this, but the Authority maintains its position, upheld by the Superior Court.

thus of the essence in this endeavor, yet the remediation of English Station lingers nearly a decade after the Authority approved the Merger Decision with remediation as an express condition thereof. The Authority finds unpersuasive the Co...

AI summary The Authority finds UI's remediation efforts at English Station insufficient, despite claims of collaboration with DEEP. The Merger Decision required expedited remediation under the PCO, but UI has only submitted 10 milestone entries since the last rate case, indicating inefficiency in fulfilling its obligations.

lement Agreement that included a commitment to remediate English Station somehow alter the Authority's previously stated direction that ratepayers should no longer bear costs associated with the site. Decision, pp. 3–4 ("OCC states that it...

AI summary The Authority emphasizes that the Company's failure to comply with its direction regarding the decommissioning of English Station constitutes imprudent management. The decision acknowledges that while the Company assumed responsibility for decommissioning, a scenario where UI could be left responsible was considered, but this does not justify non-compliance with the Authority's explicit instructions.

e Authority will continue to closely review the Company's customer service performance in future rate proceedings and in the annual energy affordability review proceedings (i.e., Docket No. XX-05-01). Additionally, the Authority directs UI...

AI summary The Authority will continue monitoring the Company's customer service performance in future rate and affordability proceedings. It also directed UI to contact customers affected by misinformation in calls and ensure they are placed in appropriate programs or payment arrangements, with a compliance report due by January 15, 2026. UI expressed concern about the narrow focus on energy affordability calls.

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AI summary The document discusses various regulatory and operational issues related to energy management, including the need for updated programs, stakeholder engagement, and the evaluation of energy efficiency initiatives. It highlights concerns around program effectiveness, compliance, and the importance of stakeholder input in decision-making processes.

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AI summary The text discusses the importance of accurate and timely regulation and management of energy efficiency and conservation programs, emphasizing the need for proper stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, and the alignment of incentives with policy goals. It highlights the challenges in implementing and monitoring such programs, as well as the need for effective oversight and compliance.

stitutions, governmental entities, international organizations or central banks; (15) Paragraph (a) of the definition preexisting account in subsection 270(1) of the Act is replaced by the following: (a) a financial account maintained by a...

AI summary The text outlines amendments to the definition of preexisting accounts and reportable persons under the Act, as well as updates to the interpretation of this Part to align with the Common Reporting Standard approved by the OECD. These changes relate to financial account reporting and investment entity definitions.

31.2 or 231.6 may require that the per- son provide any answers to questions, information or documents sought by the Minister under those sections orally, un- der oath or affirmation, or by affidavit. Copies 231.5 If any document is seized...

AI summary This text outlines legal requirements related to providing information and documents under sections 231.1 to 231.6, including compliance obligations and procedures for making copies of seized or examined documents. It also updates subsections 231.6(1) and (2) of the Act.

of penalties 89 Paiement des pénalités 90 Waiving or cancelling penalties 90 Renonciation ou annulation DIVISION M SECTION M Offences and Punishment Infractions et peines 91 Failure to file or comply 91 Omission de rendre compte 92 Offence...

AI summary This section outlines various offences and penalties related to compliance, including failure to file or comply, false statements, tax non-payment, and handling of confidential information. It also includes provisions for due diligence, compliance orders, and the power to decrease punishments.

b) il est raisonnable de considérer que l’un des was to defer the application of paragraph objets de l’opération, l’événement ou de la sé- 12(1)(l.2) of the Act, as enacted by subsection rie était de reporter l’application de l’alinéa 2(1)...

AI summary The text discusses amendments to the Act, including the deferral of application of specific paragraphs and sections to taxpayers, and the effective dates of subsections (2) and (3). It also outlines a modification to Section 112 of the Act.

ubsection 84.1(2.31); position avait rempli les conditions énoncées au para- or graphe 84.1(2.31); (b) paragraph 84.1(2.32)(i) in respect of a disposition b) l’alinéa 84.1(2.32)i), ils sont solidairement respon- of shares of the capital st...

AI summary The text discusses amendments to tax liability provisions under subsections 84.1(2.31) and 84.1(2.32) of the Act, introducing joint and several liability for taxpayers in specific scenarios. These amendments come into effect on January 1, 2024. Additionally, subsection 160.2(2.3) of the Act is repealed.

. suivant la demande par le ministre, elle communique à celui-ci par écrit les renseignements requis. Limitation on objections Restrictions touchant les oppositions (4) Despite subsection (1), if a person has filed a notice (4) Malgré le p...

AI summary This text outlines procedures for communicating required information to the Minister following a request, and includes provisions related to objections to assessments. It also references the Digital Services Tax Act and the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023.

edevable à Sa right of Canada. Majesté du chef du Canada. DIVISION M SECTION M Offences and Punishment Infractions et peines Failure to file or comply Omission de rendre compte 91 (1) A person that fails to file a return as and when re- 91...

AI summary The text outlines legal penalties for non-compliance with filing requirements and obligations under the Act. It specifies that failure to file a return or comply with obligations incurs a fine of between $2,000 and $40,000 upon summary conviction.

(a) makes, or participates in, assents to or acquiesces a) fait des déclarations fausses ou trompeuses, ou par- in the making of, a false or deceptive statement in a ticipe, consent ou acquiesce à leur énonciation, dans return, application...

AI summary This text outlines prohibited actions under the Act, including making false statements in filings and evading payments by altering records or omitting material information.

ent the commission of fait preuve de toute la diligence voulue pour empêcher la the offence. perpétration de l’infraction. Compliance orders Ordonnance d’exécution 97 If a person is convicted by a court of an offence for a 97 Le tribunal q...

AI summary This text outlines provisions related to compliance orders under a legal framework, emphasizing the responsibility of individuals to prevent offenses and the authority of courts to enforce compliance. It also references the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023, and the Digital Services Tax Act.

eplaced by the following: gements sous-utilisés est remplacé par ce qui suit : Restriction on payment by Minister Restriction visant les paiements par le ministre 34 An amount under section 33 is not to be paid to a per- 34 Un montant prév...

AI summary This section restricts the payment of amounts by the Minister to a person unless all required returns have been filed with the Minister under various acts, including the Excise Tax Act and the Income Tax Act.

de produire une déclaration aux termes de la quired to file a return under Division V for the section V pour sa période de déclaration qui reporting period of the member that includes the comprend la date précisée dans la révocation, day s...

AI summary This text outlines the requirements for filing returns under Division V, specifying the reporting period that includes the day of revocation and the day on which the corporation is required to file the return. The subsections are deemed to have come into force on August 10, 2022.

ing the following 218 La même loi est modifiée par adjonction, after section 46: après l’article 46, de ce qui suit : Offences related to fees and charges Infractions — frais et redevances 46.1 Every manufacturer who contravenes subsection...

AI summary The text amends legislation related to offences involving fees and charges, imposing fines for manufacturers who violate specific provisions. It also references amendments to the Canadian Payments Act, specifically modifying the definition of a central co-operative credit society and central.

sonne à adopter un comportement compatible avec les and not with a view to punishment. objectifs de la présente loi et non pas à la punir. Unpaid monetary penalty Sanctions administratives pécuniaires impayées (3) The administrative moneta...

AI summary This text discusses the legal framework for administrative monetary penalties under Canadian law, emphasizing that such penalties are considered debts owed to the Crown and can be recovered through competent courts. It also outlines an amendment to the Act, adding provisions after section 74.13.

(2) Les signataires du consentement en font signifier une registration, the parties shall serve a copy of it on the copie sans délai au commissaire. Commissioner without delay. Publication Publication (3) The consent agreement must be publ...

AI summary The text outlines the requirements for registering and publishing a consent agreement, including serving a copy to the Commissioner, publishing in the Canada Gazette, and registering within 30 days unless a third party applies to cancel or replace the agreement.

une sanction administrative pécu- Tribunal specifies, an administrative monetary penal- niaire maximale de 10 000 $ pour chacun des jours au ty in an amount not exceeding $10,000 for each day on cours desquels elle a omis de signifier une...

AI summary The text outlines a maximum administrative monetary penalty of $10,000 per day for failing to serve a copy of an agreement to the Commissioner, with the amount determined by the Tribunal considering the person’s financial position and history of compliance with the Act.

d) accorder toute autre réparation qu’il considère jus- (d) grant any other relief that the Tribunal considers tifiée. appropriate. Purpose of order But de l’ordonnance (2) The terms of an order under paragraph (1)(c) are to (2) Les condit...

AI summary The text outlines the Tribunal's authority to grant relief, the purpose of orders to encourage compliance with the Act, and the treatment of unpaid monetary penalties as debts to the Crown. It also references an amendment to the Act following section 107.

da lié à l’importation ou à l’exportation side and outside Canada relating to the importation de marchandises, and exportation of goods, and (v) de la nature et de la portée du contournement (vi) measures that have been or might be taken t...

AI summary The text outlines the scope of information related to importation and exportation of goods, as well as measures to detect and prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. It also includes limitations on the disclosure of certain information by the Canada Border Services Agency.

une déclaration a été faite ou des renseignements ont été communiqués. Agreements for Exchange of Accords de réciprocité Information Agreements with foreign states Accord avec des États étrangers 39.3 The Minister, with the consent of the...

AI summary This section outlines the authority of the Minister to enter into agreements with foreign states or their institutions that have similar reporting requirements, with the consent of the designated minister under section 42.

non, prévue par une loi fédérale dont l’application re- an offence; and lève du ministre de l’Environnement; (k) the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, if the k) au ministère des Pêches et des Océans, si en outre Centre also has reasonabl...

AI summary This text discusses legal provisions related to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the investigation or prosecution of offences under federal legislation. It outlines the circumstances under which information may be relevant to such investigations or prosecutions.

l’importation ou à l’exportation, ou de toute personne ou entité agissant pour leur compte; (7) Paragraph 55(7)(n) of the Act is replaced by (7) L’alinéa 55(7)n) de la même loi est remplacé the following: par ce qui suit : (n) indicators o...

AI summary The text outlines changes to the Act, specifically replacing paragraphs 55(7)(n) and 55(7)(q) with new content related to money laundering, terrorism financing, and sanctions evasion in the context of financial transactions, importation, and exportation.

une infraction de contournement de sanctions, ou à une infraction essentiellement similaire; (4) Subsection 55.1(3) of the Act is amended by (4) Le paragraphe 55.1(3) de la même loi est modi- striking out “and” at the end of paragraph (s),...

AI summary The text discusses amendments to subsections of an Act, specifically modifying paragraph (3) of subsection 55.1 and replacing subsections 56(1) and (2). The amendments involve the addition of new information related to reports under section 7.1 and the inclusion of new information in the replaced subsections.

tion de contournement de sanctions, ou à une infraction essentiellement similaire. Agreements and arrangements — Centre Accord de collaboration — Centre (2) The Centre may, with the approval of the Minister, (2) Le Centre peut, avec l’appr...

AI summary The Centre may enter into agreements with foreign institutions to exchange information relevant to money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions evasion offences, with the approval of the Minister.

(2) L’alinéa 4(1)b.3) de la même loi est remplacé the following: par ce qui suit : (b.3) if the Minister agrees to be responsible for its b.3) si le ministre accepte d’être responsable de leur custody and management, forfeited under any Ac...

AI summary The text discusses the replacement of a subsection in a law, specifically subsection 4(1)b.3), which pertains to the custody and management of forfeited assets under federal legislation, excluding certain provisions related to money laundering and terrorist financing.

28 1 3.9 Amendments Arising from GRA IR Process 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 The revenue redistribution effect of the change to the distribution adder is contained within the LIR class. To the extent the distribution cost adder went down, the b...

AI summary The document discusses revenue redistribution effects from changes to the distribution adder within the LIR class, noting a decrease of about $0.1 million per year for distribution-connected LIR customers and a corresponding increase for transmission-connected LIR customers. NS Power confirms that these changes have been incorporated into the compliance standardized filings.

1 3.10.1 Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM) Tariff - 2 On December 18, 2025, NS Power applied for approval to extend the existing FAM Actual - 3 Adjustment (AA) and Balance Adjustment (BA) riders on an interim basis. The FAM BA rider - 4 (M11...

AI summary NS Power applied for an interim extension of the Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM) Actual Adjustment (AA) and Balance Adjustment (BA) riders in December 2025. The Board approved the continuation of these riders until further order. The FAM Tariff in the compliance filing removes the AA rider amounts related to the Maritime Link FLG and retains the BA rider for collecting $117 million on behalf of Invest Nova Scotia. Unmetered rates were corrected in the filing.

050.4 17.8% 7,327,260 (166) Total 15,002.2 52.9% 21,765,646 Customer Service Total 28,357.8 28,357.8 100.0% 41,142,439 (167) 0 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 2 Page 9...

AI summary The document presents a detailed listing of C.O.S.S. input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2026, including figures related to customer service and other categories. The data appears in a table format with percentages and dollar amounts.

8,575 0 (243) GEN-RELATED TRANS ASSETS 3,169.0 3,169 0 (244) (245) TOTAL GENERATION 99,533.7 (246) REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 2 Page 94 of 100 NOVA SCOTIA POWER I...

AI summary The text presents a detailed listing of C.O.S.S. input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2026. It includes financial figures related to generation-related transactions and total generation costs.

- bulk power 0.741% (501) LOSS FACTOR PERCENTAGE - TRANSMISSION (502) (503) CUSTOMER WEIGHTING FACTORS FOR SERVICE DROP INVESTMENT (504) DOMESTIC 1.00 (505) SMALL GENERAL 1.00 (506) GENERAL 5.00 (507) LARGE GENERAL 100.00 (508) SMALL INDUS...

AI summary The document outlines percentage loss factors for transmission and customer weighting factors for service drop investment, including various categories such as domestic, industrial, and municipal. It also references a redacted compliance filing related to the 2026-2027 GRA and includes a detailed listing of C.O.S.S. input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2026.

AND AT GENERATOR 59,446 59,291 131,223 130,708 130,354 129,848 130,218 130,304 130,245 130,578 131,540 59,477 59,446.3 (79) VOLTAGE LEVEL DMD. REDUCTION SEC. - GENERAL 90,060 (80) VOLTAGE LEVEL DMD. REDUCTION SEC. - SM. INDUST. 0 (81) VOLT...

AI summary The document provides a detailed listing of C.O.S.S. input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2026, including allocation factor information and other financial data.

REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 2 Page 100 of 100 NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. DETAILED LISTING OF C.O.S.S. INPUT INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 (IN THOUS...

AI summary The document presents a detailed listing of Compliance and Oversight System (C.O.S.S.) input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2026, focusing on allocation factor information.

RMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 3 Page 65 of 102 EXHIBIT 8B PAGE 3 OF 3 NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. DEVELOPMENT OF ALLOCATION FACTORS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)...

AI summary The document is a compliance filing related to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Act (GRA) for Nova Scotia Power Inc., focusing on the development of allocation factors for the year ending December 31, 2027. It includes a table with various categories and allocation factors, though the data is redacted.

MOVED) REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 3 Page 89 of 102 EXHIBIT 11 NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. NSEB DESCISION (M12451) : COST AND RATE BASE ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (IN DOLLARS)

AI summary This document is a compliance filing related to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Act (GRA) for the period 2026-2027, specifically concerning Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s cost and rate base adjustments for the year ending December 31, 2027.

REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing - SR-01 Attachment 6 Page 6 of 13 Monthly Energy Allocators

AI summary The document references a REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing, specifically SR-01 Attachment 6, Page 6 of 13, which discusses Monthly Energy Allocators.

lly. REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing SR-01 Attachment 11 has been filed electronically. REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing SR-01 Attachment 12 has been fi...

AI summary The document outlines the submission of multiple attachments for the 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing, including SR-01 and FO-01 through FO-05, with details on electric revenue for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the years ended December 31st.

above, some increased operational costs also result from Board proceedings involving various customer representatives, including the FAM Audit Dispatch Study and the Interconnection processes matter. [95] NS Power has also proposed increas...

AI summary NS Power has proposed increased OM&G costs to address cyber security and technology upgrades, including consulting fees, new employees, and software updates. The Board accepts these costs as reasonable but notes ongoing proceedings regarding a 2025 cyber incident, which may affect future prudence reviews.

6.0 COMPLIANCE FILING [736] NS Power is to file a compliance filing based on the Board's findings in this decision. The compliance filing is to include, among other things: - A further reduction of $8 million in Operating, Maintenance and...

AI summary NS Power is required to file a compliance filing based on the Board's findings, which includes cost reductions, adjustments to executive compensation, and tariff changes. The Board also approves the rates for 2026 and 2027, emphasizing the importance of timely filings to avoid confusion for customers.

VIA WEB PORTAL Crystal Henwood, Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M12451 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 General Rate Applicatio...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate comments on Nova Scotia Power's compliance filing for the 2026 General Rate Application, noting that it generally meets the conditions set by the Board, except for one area related to the Billing Directive, as per the Board's decision in Maritime Link Inc, 2013 NSUARB 242 .

Conclusion The Consumer Advocate thanks the Board for the opportunity to make these brief comments on the compliance filling of Nova Scotia Power. Yours truly, PINK LARKIN David Roberts, on behalf of Consumer Advocate DJR/aw

AI summary The Consumer Advocate provides brief comments on the compliance filing by Nova Scotia Power. The submission is made on behalf of the Consumer Advocate by David Roberts.

2026-2027 GRA Reply to Comments on NS Power's Compliance Filing Non Confidential In providing their comments, the CA and SBA both acknowledge this point and support the use of proration for billing purposes in this matter, while the IG has...

AI summary NS Power responds to comments from the Consumer Advocate (CA) and Small Business Advocate (SBA) on proration methodology for rate changes. The CA and SBA support proration but suggest upgrading the CIS system to eliminate the need for proration in the future. NS Power confirms its commitment to assessing system upgrades and states that the Board's concerns have already been addressed.

ORDER Nova Scotia Power Incorporated filed a general rate application with the Nova Scotia Energy Board on September 18, 2025, for approval of certain revisions to its Rates, Charges and Regulations. The Board issued its Decision on March...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated submitted a general rate application, which was approved by the Nova Scotia Energy Board. However, the Board directed revisions to specific regulations to align with its decision and required additional filings, including an alternate version of Regulation 1.1 and an updated version of Regulation 7.2.

1 Chair. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Decreased contract and other good and service[s] costs as [at] 2024 [compliance] included OM&G costs associated with a wind farm that was forecast to be constructed under [NSPI's ECEI] Initiative that did not occur...

AI summary The discussion revolves around decreased compliance costs related to a wind farm initiative under NSP's ECEI, which was not pursued as it was not in the best interests of customers. The wind farm's absence affected revenue requirements and compliance costs, with discussions on whether these costs were accurately reflected in the filings.

LIST OF EXHIBITS EXHIBIT NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO. U-20 To advise how unit values for the purchases and the benefit calculations were determined and show how NSPI determined unit cost for non-Maritime Link energy 773 NO. PAGE NO. U-21 To pr...

AI summary The document lists exhibits related to Nova Scotia Power's capital investments, energy purchases, and cybersecurity breach impacts. It includes information on compliance filings, project exclusions, and billing threshold processes.

LIST OF EXHIBITS EXHIBIT NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO. NO. PAGE NO. January 9, 2026 U-21 To provide Nova Scotia Power's actual level of capital investment in '23 and '24 as compared to what was included in the '22 GRA compliance filing 807 U-22...

AI summary The document lists exhibits submitted in a regulatory proceeding, including details on capital investment, project exclusions, and cybersecurity breach impacts on billing processes. The session resumes with the examination of Board counsel witness panels.

DOANE GRANT THORNTON PANEL 1105 Questions, (Deveau) 1 prepared to accept their assumption as fact. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 We have reviewed the operating expenses included in Nova Scotia Power's ['24] actuals, ['24] Complianc...

AI summary The text discusses a review of Nova Scotia Power's operating expenses, including actuals, compliance, budget, and forecast data. The reviewer confirms that the forecasts are reasonable based on their analysis and the benchmarking study conducted by ScottMadden.

DOANE GRANT THORNTON PANEL 1109 Questions, (Deveau) 1 that, which is why I believe Nova Scotia Power hasn't been 2 able to provide a fulsome answer to that question. 3 Q. So are companies expected to 4 comply with it now, or because it's a...

AI summary The discussion revolves around compliance with a new regulation that came into effect in 2024, which is being applied retroactively. There is uncertainty about how to implement the regulation until the legislation is fully disclosed and the application process is transparent. The discussion also touches on exemptions for regulated utilities, which have been mentioned but not yet formally passed.

Questions, (Chair) 1 just saying the magnitude of that difference and the INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 Q. And are the opinions your own? 2 A. (Musco) Yes. 3 Q. Thank you. 4 MR. MAHODY: The panel's available for...

AI summary The text includes a transcript of a regulatory proceeding where the Chair is asking questions, and a witness (Musco) is responding. The discussion touches on data retrieval challenges faced by NSPI due to a cybersecurity incident. The transcript also includes cross-examination procedures and references to exhibits.

Ottawa, Ontario PAGE NO. January 9, 2026 U-21 To provide Nova Scotia Power's actual level of capital investment in '23 and '24 as compared to what was included in the '22 GRA compliance filing 807 U-22 To provide information on why the two...

AI summary The document contains several items from a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, including requests for information on capital investment, project exclusions, and billing thresholds, as well as confidential items. These items relate to compliance filings, cybersecurity impacts, and billing concerns.