Topic:"Hearing Procedures" in M12412

and IN THE MATTER OF an application by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator for an Order or Orders made pursuant to Section 29 of the Act for the review of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirements for the fiscal year...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator has applied for an order under Section 29 of the Act to review its proposed expenditure and revenue requirements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The proceeding was initiated on August 5, 2025.

EXHIBIT B-1 - OM&A OVERVIEW

AI summary This exhibit provides an overview of Operating, Maintenance and Administration (OM&A) costs within a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) and the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO). The document outlines key considerations related to OM&A expenses in the context of energy system operations and regulatory oversight.

- 1 deferred amount and the variance of Net Ongoing OM&A $110 ($100 − (−10)) is 2 recorded in Sub-account #3 and will be sought for rate recovery. - 3 c. In the third scenario, during the test period, the NSIESO incurs more Ongoing OM&A 4...

AI summary The document outlines scenarios where NSIESO's Ongoing OM&A costs exceed forecasts, leading to adjustments in Provincial funding and variance accounts. Account #2 reflects funding reductions and overspending, while Account #3 records deferred amounts for rate recovery. Scenarios include varying levels of funding availability and additional costs, impacting Net Ongoing OM&A calculations.

Race car driver dead following accident at Cape Breton Dragway JEREMY FRASER One person is dead following an accident during competition at Cape Breton Dragway in Sydney. The incident occurred on Sunday morning in what is believed to have...

AI summary A race car driver, Brad Conrad, died following an accident at Cape Breton Dragway during time trials. Emergency services responded, but the cause and speed of the crash remain unconfirmed. Cape Breton Dragway and the Atlantic Drag Racing Association expressed condolences. The races were cancelled, and a legal notice regarding Westbrook Canada Ltd.'s application to surrender its Certificate of Incorporation is included in the document.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL - RE: Exhibit A-1, p.2, stating, "the NSIESO does not have historical organizational experience - and operational data." - a) Please provide historical organizational experience and operational data provided to the - NSIES...

AI summary The document requests the NSIESO to clarify whether historical organizational and operational data from NS Power was provided for OM&A cost forecasts. It asks for explanations if data was not requested, declined, or deemed limited in usefulness, highlighting concerns about the NSIESO's data availability and its impact on cost forecasting.

Response IR - 1 - a) NS Power has provided the initial transition information for Phase 1 and Phase 2 - positions (from 2024 planning estimates) including average salaries, incentive ranges, - benefits plans and policies, and pension plans...

AI summary NS Power has submitted transition information for Phases 1 and 2, including salary data, benefits, pension plans, and a 14.75% fringe load factor covering employer costs. They also provided details on current employees in transitioning roles. The response was filed on October 7, 2025, under NSIESO (CA) IR - 1.

2025 – 2026 Revenue Application (Nova Scotia Energy Board M12412) Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) Responses to Consumer Advocate (CA) Information Requests

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Electricity System Operator (NSIESO) is responding to information requests from the Consumer Advocate regarding the 2025–2026 revenue application under Nova Scotia Energy Board matter M12412.

1 Request IR - 1 - 2 Reference: Exhibit A-1 (page 9 of 36, line 11, Table 1) - 3 a) Please provide a copy of the underlying financial forecast document used to prepare the - 4 total OM&A expense forecast, as summarized in Exhibit A-1 (page...

AI summary The request seeks the underlying financial forecast document for OM&A expenses, preferably in Excel format with calculations and assumptions, as referenced in Exhibit A-1 of the Application (page 9 of 36, line 11, Table 1).

8 Response IR - 3 9 a) Please refer to Response to NSEB-IR1. Date filed: October 7, 2025 NSIESO (DGT) IR - 3 Page 1 of 1

AI summary The response refers to another document, Response to NSEB-IR1, and is dated October 7, 2025. It is related to NSIESO's IR-3.

BETWEEN: HIS MAJESTY THE KING IN RIGHT OF THE PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA, as represented by the Minister of Energy (the "Province") - and - NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR with its head office located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, (...

AI summary A regulatory proceeding between the Province of Nova Scotia, represented by the Minister of Energy, and the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO). The document outlines the parties involved in the proceeding.

12.0 MISCELLANEOUS - 12.01 Currency. All references to monetary amounts in this Agreement or any Schedule shall be to Canadian dollars. - 12.02 Time of Essence. Time shall be of the essence in this Agreement. - 12.03 Choice of Laws and For...

AI summary The miscellaneous clauses outline contractual terms, including currency (Canadian dollars), time being of essence, Nova Scotia law jurisdiction, whole agreement provisions, written amendments, and notice procedures. Addresses for the Province and IESO are specified, with contact details for David Miller.

12.0 MISCELLANEOUS - 12.01 Currency . All references to monetary amounts in this Agreement or any Schedule shall be to Canadian dollars. - 12.02 Time of Essence. Time shall be of the essence in this Agreement. - 12.03 Choice of Laws and Fo...

AI summary The section outlines the agreement's terms, including currency (Canadian dollars), time being of the essence, governance by Nova Scotia law, the agreement as the whole contract, requirements for amendments, and notice procedures.

1 Request IR - 20 - 2 Reference: Exhibit B-2 (page 24 of 36, line 5, Table 11) - 3 a) Please provide a breakdown of the $0.55 million allocated to regulatory proceedings - 4 including the source of any assumptions. What portion is expected...

AI summary The request seeks a breakdown of the $0.55 million allocated to regulatory proceedings, including the source of assumptions and the distribution between intervenor payments and internal legal support.

6 Response IR - 20 - 7 a) Please refer to Response to NSEB IR-19. We do not have a breakdown of the amounts - 8 that might be required to be paid to intervenors. The NSIESO does not have any internal - 9 legal support, but has retained cou...

AI summary The response refers to another response (IR-19) and states that NSIESO lacks internal legal support but has retained external counsel for regulatory applications. No breakdown of intervenor payments is provided.

8 Response IR - 23 9 a) The response to this request is subject to solicitor client privilege. Date filed: October 7, 2025 NSIESO (DGT) IR – 23 Page 1 of 1

AI summary The response to IR-23 is protected by solicitor-client privilege, filed by NSIESO on October 7, 2025. The document references NSIESO (DGT) IR – 23, indicating the matter's context within a regulatory proceeding.

Request IR - 24 - Reference: Exhibit B-2 (page 25 of 36, lines 10-17)… "Procurement: This category comprises - various expenses related to the development and execution of capacity procurements to satisfy - the requirements identified in t...

AI summary The document references the need for 300MW of fast-acting generation by 2030 (2030 Clean Power Plan) and 2027 (NSPI's 2023 Evergreen IRP). It requests the procurement strategy and timeline for the 300MW RFP.

7 Response IR - 28 8 a) Please refer to Response to NSEB IR-23. Date filed: October 7, 2025 NSIESO (DGT) IR – 28 Page 1 of 1

AI summary The response to IR-28 refers to a prior response to NSEB IR-23 and is dated October 7, 2025. The document is filed by NSIESO (DGT) and consists of one page.

Request IR - 37 - Reference: Exhibit B-2 (page 16 of 36, lines 14-16)…" The following table outlines the roles - expected to be filled within the Administration Salaries and Wages cost category, and are subject - to change as the NSIESO bu...

AI summary Request IR-37 seeks information on the NSIESO's organizational structure, including a staffing chart, the basis for the structure, and comparisons to industry best practices and other jurisdictions. The NSIESO's planning is subject to change as its management team develops.

CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The document you are attempting to access has been filed in confidence. Certain files are accepted as confidential because they are protected by privacy law, or contain sensitive information that, if disclosed, could...

AI summary The document is confidential due to privacy or sensitive information. Access requires a Confidentiality Agreement. Contact the Clerk of the Board via phone, toll-free, or email. Document number 320036. Public redacted versions may be available under Board Rules.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 22 million, rather it is intended to offset for the NSIESO, and by extension electricity 23 customers in Nova Scotia, the costs of effecting the transition of responsibilities 24 contemplated by the More Access to Energy A...

AI summary The NSIESO clarifies that transition costs related to the More Access to Energy Act are intended to offset expenses for NSIESO and Nova Scotia electricity customers. Planning for the transition is ongoing, with unknown full costs. References are made to prior responses (DGT IR-5, NSEB IR-11), and potential government funding opportunities are noted.

Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) Responses to Industrial Group (IG) Information Requests

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) provided responses to the Industrial Group's (IG) information requests, addressing regulatory and operational matters related to energy system management in Nova Scotia.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document is marked as non-confidential and includes known acronyms for Nova Scotia regulatory entities. No substantive content or proceedings details are provided in the text.

Response IR - 5 - a) This is a difficult question to answer, given the current state of active planning and - executing by the NSIESO of the Phase 1 transition, as many of the broad objectives laid - out in section 9 of the More Access to...

AI summary The NSIESO (NSEB) acknowledges challenges in addressing a question due to ongoing planning for Phase 1 and Phase 2 transitions under the More Access to Energy Act . Key functions being transferred include System Planning and Energy and Resource Procurement, with focus on Phase 1 activities for the 2025/26 fiscal year.

IESO Nova Scotia- NS Power Joint Transition Committee

AI summary The IESO Nova Scotia-NS Power Joint Transition Committee is established to oversee the transition process between the IESO and Nova Scotia Power. The committee's role involves coordinating efforts related to regulatory proceedings and operational transitions in the energy sector.

9. Duration and Amendment This ToR is effective as of September 1, 2025 and shall remain in effect until the completion of the transition of the NSPSO to the IESO Nova Scotia. It may be amended or extended by mutual agreement in writing. 1...

AI summary The Terms of Reference (ToR) are effective from September 1, 2025, until the transition of the NSPSO to the IESO Nova Scotia. Amendments require mutual agreement. Key entities include Nova Scotia Power (NSP) and the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSEB), with Johnny Johnston and Peter Gregg as CEOs.

Request IR - 16 - Reference: Exhibit N-1(i), p. 20 of 36 - In the listing of positions transitioning from NS Power there do not appear to be any positions - related to emergency preparedness and planning. - a) Will these positions be moved...

AI summary The document raises questions about the transition of emergency preparedness positions from NS Power to NSIESO and whether NSIESO will develop its own emergency response plans or rely on NS Power's existing plans.

Request IR - 5 - Refer to the Application and Exhibit B-2 Ongoing OM&A Cost Category Detail, subsection E, - Legal and Regulatory ($0.81M), on pages 24-25 of 36 and respond to the following: - a) Please identity the budget portion of the f...

AI summary Request IR-5 asks NSIESO to identify the budget portion for legal costs related to intervening parties in proceedings and their source, and whether legal services are provided by in-house or external counsel. The request references Exhibit B-2, pages 24-25, and subsection E of the Application.

2025 – 2026 Revenue Application (Nova Scotia Energy Board M12412)

AI summary The document outlines a revenue application for the 2025–2026 period under Nova Scotia Energy Board matter M12412, involving Nova Scotia Power (NSP) and the Nova Scotia Independent Electricity System Operator (NSIESO).

Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) provided responses to information requests from the Small Business Advocate (SBA) as part of a regulatory proceeding. The context involves NSIESO's obligations to address SBA inquiries, though specific details of the responses or issues discussed are not included in the provided text.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL - 21 b) Interest expense on the operating line of credit will not be accrued within the deferral and 22 variance account; rather actual interest charges will be accounted for as incurred. - 23 c) Please see Response to NSE...

AI summary The document outlines accounting treatment for interest expenses on an operating line of credit, specifying they will not be deferred but accounted for as incurred. It references a prior response (NSEB-IR15) and is part of a regulatory proceeding dated October 7, 2025, related to NSIESO's (SBA) IR-10 matter.

4.2 Procedures - Our review of NSIESO's test year budget for the test year ending March 31, 2026 included the following specific procedures: - Reviewed all operating expense cost categories detailed in the Application and prepared IRs. Cos...

AI summary The review of NSIESO's test year budget (ending March 31, 2026) involved evaluating operating expense categories, recalculating forecasts, cross-referencing data, comparing budgets to GUP standards, and assessing reasonableness. Key areas included administrative costs, IRP consulting, and one-time transition expenses.

19 5.3.1.1 Compensation - 20 Per the NSIESO's response to NSEB-IR-2, NSPI has provided the initial transition information for Phase 1 and Phase - 21 2 positions (from 2024) including average salaries, benefits plans and policies, pension p...

AI summary NSPI provided compensation data for Phase 1 and 2 positions (2024) to NSIESO, which used assumptions in forecasting. The NSIESO's response to NSEB-IR-2 includes details on salaries, benefits, and pension plans.

1 Phase 1 - 2 Upon further inquiry with the NSIESO, the below update on the phase 1 transition timeline has been provided in their - 3 response to NSEB-IR-1:

AI summary The text discusses an update on the Phase 1 transition timeline provided by NSIESO in response to NSEB-IR-1, indicating ongoing regulatory proceedings related to energy system operations in Nova Scotia.

13 6.3.1.5 NSIESO organizational chart - 14 The organizational chart attached in Appendix B has been provided by the NSIESO in their response to NSEB-IR- - 15 13. However, the NSIESO notes that the roles outlined in the Appendix B will con...

AI summary The NSIESO provided an organizational chart in Appendix B as part of their response to NSEB-IR-13. The chart reflects current roles as of October 2025 but will evolve during Phase 1 and be revisited regularly to ensure alignment with organizational needs. A summary of the proposed executive team is also outlined.

7.3.2 The NSIESO's deferral account

AI summary The NSIESO's deferral account is discussed in the context of regulatory proceedings, involving entities like NSPI and NSEB. Key topics include deferral account management and regulatory oversight, with references to accounting standards and energy sector practices.

Nova Scotia Energy Board IN THE MATTER OF The More Access To Energy Act -And- IN THE MATTER OF An Application by the Nova Scotia Independent System Operator for Approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is handling two matters: the More Access To Energy Act and an application by the Nova Scotia Independent System Operator for approval of its expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31, 2026.

M12412 Joint Evidence of Board Counsel Consultants Robert Fagan and Shelley Kwok, Synapse Energy Economics October 28, 2025 NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary Joint evidence submitted by Board Counsel Consultants Robert Fagan and Shelley Kwok of Synapse Energy Economics in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding. The document is dated October 28, 2025, and marked non-confidential. No specific claims or arguments are detailed in the provided text.

ova Scotia Power's 2020 IRP and used the PLEXOS software to model the Nova Scotia system. Since then, I have been involved in reviewing subsequent Nova Scotia Power IRP updates on behalf of the Board. A copy of my current resume is provide...

AI summary The testimony discusses the witness's involvement in reviewing Nova Scotia Power's Integrated Resource Plans (IRP) for the NSUARB and NSEB. Synapse Energy Economics provided comments and recommendations on NS Power's 2020 IRP and subsequent updates. The witness, testifying for Board Counsel, has extensive experience in Nova Scotia energy regulation since 2005.

8 Q What is the purpose of your Joint Evidence before the NSEB in this NSIESO

AI summary The question asks about the purpose of submitting Joint Evidence before the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) in the NSIESO proceeding. It involves entities like NSISO, NSP, and NSUARB, focusing on regulatory processes and evidence submission.

Tabors Caramanis & Associates , Cambridge, MA. Senior Associate , 1996 ‒ 2004. - Provided expert witness testimony on transmission issues in Ontario and Alberta. - Supported FERC-filed testimony of Dr. Tabors in numerous dockets, addressin...

AI summary The individual served as a Senior Associate at Tabors Caramanis & Associates, providing expert testimony on transmission issues in Ontario and Alberta, analyzing US and Canadian electric market policies, and participating in Ontario's market design processes. They supported FERC filings, evaluated congestion management methods, and contributed to wholesale market design. Other roles included DSM program work, energy efficiency assessments, and utility operations.

urce Plan, Key Planning Observations and Action Plan Elements . On behalf of Board Counsel to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board, October 20, 2014. With Rachel Wilson, David White and Tim Woolf. Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (...

AI summary Testimonies and expert reports related to energy projects in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Jersey. Includes economic analysis of the Maritime Link Project, evaluation of transmission line projects, and energy efficiency programs. Involves multiple regulatory bodies and collaborative expert reports.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 2 IN THE MATTER OF: The More Access to Energy Act 3 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System 4 Operator for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue 5 requirement for th...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is considering an application by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirements for the test year ending March 31, 2026, under the More Access to Energy Act.

INFORMATION REQUESTS To: The Industrial Group Nancy G. Rubin, K.C. Brianne Rudderham Stewart McKelvey Suite 600-1741 Lower Water Street P.O. Box 997 Halifax NS B3J 2X2 Telephone: (902) 420-3200 / Fax (902) 420-1417 From: Doane Grant Thornt...

AI summary An information request from Doane Grant Thornton LLP to the Industrial Group, with contact details for both parties and the date of December 5th, 2025. The document includes addresses, phone numbers, and names of involved parties.

Response – IR-5: - (a) As described in Exhibit A-1, Page 10 of 36 of the NSIESO's Application and as outlined on Page 49, Figure 32 of our report, these are sub-accounts within the one deferral account as opposed to entirely individual acc...

AI summary The response addresses concerns about sub-accounts within a deferral account, stating they do not affect financial statement transparency or efficiency. Sub-accounts are used for tracking purposes, with management preference determining their use. The proposed Net OM&A Deferral and Variance Deferral Account is not time-limited, as per available information.

Re: M12412 — IESO Nova Scotia 2025/2026 Revenue Requirement Application – Rebuttal Comments Dear Ms. Henwood: I write further to the above-noted matter. On August 5, 2025, the Independent Energy System Operator (IESO) of Nova Scotia submit...

AI summary The IESO Nova Scotia submitted its 2025/2026 Revenue Requirement Application, triggering a regulatory proceeding by the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB). The timeline includes information requests, evidence submissions by DGT and SEE, and rebuttal comments by IESO Nova Scotia on December 22, 2025, addressing DGT and SEE's submissions.

NOTICE OF PAPER HEARING _____________________________________________________________________________ The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on August 5, 2025, under s. 29 of the...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) seeks approval from the Nova Scotia Energy Board under the More Access to Energy Act for its proposed OM&A expenses of $6.75 million and the establishment of a Net OM&A Deferral and Variance Account. The Board will conduct a paper hearing, with public participation deadlines and a reference to Matter No. M12412.

IN THE MATTER of the MORE ACCESS TO ENERGY ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (IESO) seeks approval for its expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31, 2026. The proceeding involves multiple intervenors, including the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, Department of Energy, and others, before a regulatory panel chaired by Stephen T. McGrath.

2.0 BACKGROUND [9] The enactment of the More Access to Energy Act established IESO Nova Scotia, as a new provincial energy system operator. In addition to other responsibilities, all electricity system operator functions will ultimately be...

AI summary The More Access to Energy Act established IESO Nova Scotia as the provincial energy system operator, transferring functions from NS Power. IESO will initially handle system planning and procurement by Q4 2025, with grid operations transitioning by Q2 2027. Anticipated increased expenditures and revenue requirements are expected over the first three fiscal years.

Application for approval of transmission tariff - 79 (1) The IESO shall make application to the Energy Board for approval of a transmission tariff for the provision of transmission services or ancillary services, or both, and the applicati...

AI summary The IESO must apply to the Energy Board for transmission tariff approval, including the transmitter's revenue requirement. The Energy Board processes applications per the Act and regulations, considering projected revenues, costs, and revenue allocation. It may set timelines for tariff implementation after hearings.

he IRP exercise, which Synapse supported. The Board accepts Synapse's evidence that the IESO appears to have enough support between internal staff and external consultants to conduct the IRP exercise. [75] While the Industrial Group was en...

AI summary The Board accepts Synapse's evidence regarding the IESO's capacity to conduct the IRP exercise. The Industrial Group urges a detailed IRP schedule by March 1, 2026, with stakeholder engagement. The IESO plans a February 2026 workshop and aims to publish the schedule by April 2026. The Board expects Synapse's recommendations, aligned with the More Access to Energy Act , to be addressed in the IRP.

IN THE MATTER OF THE MORE ACCESS TO ENERGY ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator seeks approval for its expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31, 2026, under the More Access to Energy Act. The proceeding is before a panel including Stephen T. McGrath, Roland A. Deveau, and Jennifer L. Nicholson.

IN THE MATTER of the MORE ACCESS TO ENERGY ACT – and – IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31...

AI summary This regulatory proceeding under the More Access to Energy Act involves the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator's application for approval of its expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31, 2026. The proceeding is heard by a panel including Stephen T. McGrath, Roland A. Deveau, and Pennifer L. Nicholson.

The attached Notice of Hearing shall be advertised as follows: Halifax Chronicle-Herald: Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Saturday, August 16, 2025 Document: 323093 3. The Clerk of the Board will provide a copy of the Notice of Hearing and Heari...

AI summary A Notice of Hearing is to be advertised in the Halifax Chronicle-Herald on specified dates and posted online by the Clerk of the Board as part of a regulatory proceeding.

To: Nova Scotia Energy Board - 1. The Department of Energy intends to participate in this proceeding and may address any or all of the issues as established by the Energy Board. Through the Minister of Energy, the Department of Energy has...

AI summary The Department of Energy plans to participate in the Nova Scotia Energy Board proceeding, asserting oversight of energy resources. It requests communication with Daniel Boyle and David Miller from the Department of Justice, Legal Services Division, for procedural updates.

Girish Patel Engineer Nova Scotia Department of Energy 1690 Hollis Street PO Box 7 Halifax NS B3J 3J9 [email protected] All of which is respectfully submitted at Halifax, Nova Scotia this 6 th day of August, 2025 . Daniel Boyle on...

AI summary Formal submission by Girish Patel of the Nova Scotia Department of Energy to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on August 6, 2025, regarding a regulatory proceeding. Submitted by Daniel Boyle on behalf of the Department of Energy.

SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCATE TAKE NOTICE that the Small Business Advocate hereby Intervenes in this proceeding in accordance with the regulations. The Small Business Advocate represents 3 classes of small business (namely 10, 11, and 21 - small...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate intervenes in a regulatory proceeding, representing three classes of small businesses (10, 11, 21) affected by an application. Contact details for the advocate, Blackburn Law Inc., and Daymark Energy Advisor are provided.

NOTICE OF INTERVENTION OF

AI summary This document is a notice of intervention from an entity in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding. No further details are provided in the text.

COUNSEL Stewart McKelvey Suite 600 – 1741 Lower Water Street P.O. Box 997 Halifax, NS B3J 2X2 Fax (902) 420-1417 Attention: Brianne Rudderham Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Attention: Nancy G...

AI summary Stewart McKelvey represents the Industrial Group in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, providing contact details for counsel Brianne Rudderham, Nancy G. Rubin, K.C., Leona Clements, and Caroline Jonah. The document is dated August 8, 2025, and addressed to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) regulatory affairs officer.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The MORE ACCESS TO ENERGY ACT -and- IN THE MATTER OF: An application by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is handling a proceeding involving the 'More Access to Energy Act' and an application by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator seeking approval for its expenditure and revenue requirements for the test year ending March 31, 2026.

NOTICE OF INTERVENTION OF: CONSUMER ADVOCATE TAKE NOTICE that the Consumer Advocate hereby intervenes in the above Application and proceeding. The Consumer Advocate represents the interests of residential ratepayers, who may be impacted by...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate intervenes in a regulatory proceeding, representing residential ratepayers potentially affected by an application. They will address issues raised by the Nova Scotia Energy Board and other emerging concerns during the proceeding. Legal representation is provided by Pink Larkin, with Grid Strategies, LLC as a consultant.

4. The MEUs' contact for this proceeding is: James MacDuff 1300 – 1969 Upper Water Street Purdy's Wharf, Tower II P.O. Box 730 Halifax, NS B3J 2V1 T. 902-444-8619 F. 902-425-6350 [email protected] DATED at Halifax Regional Mu...

AI summary The document provides contact details for James MacDuff as counsel for the MEUs in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding. It lists participating entities including Berwick Electric Commission, Riverport Electric Light Commission, and two towns, dated August 28, 2025.

INFORMATION REQUESTS To: Jason T. Cooke, K.C Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP 1900-1801 Hollis Street Halifax NS B3J 3N4 By email: [email protected] From: Board Staff Nova Scotia Energy Board Responses Due: October 7, 2025 Copies: 1 electronic...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has issued an information request to Jason T. Cooke of Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP, seeking responses by October 7, 2025. The request is directed to the firm's Halifax office, with Libby McNamara identified as the contact person. The document is dated September 12, 2025, and signed by Crystal Henwood, Clerk of the Board.

Request IR-7: - Reference: Exhibit N-1(i), p. 8 of 36, lines 1-6 - a) Please confirm the status of the Transition Committee which includes representatives from the NSIESO and NS Power. - b) Please list the membership of the Transition Comm...

AI summary Request IR-7 seeks information about the Transition Committee's status, membership, Terms of Reference, and whether Terms of Reference will be prepared. Involves the NSIESO and NS Power.

1 M12412 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 6 IN THE MATTER OF: The More Access to Energy Act 7 8 – and – 9 10 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT 11 ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed 12 expendit...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board handles a proceeding under the More Access to Energy Act, involving an application by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator for approval of its 2026 expenditure and revenue requirements. The Consumer Advocate has issued information requests to the operator, with responses due October 7, 2025.

1 Request IR-1: 2 3 RE: Exhibit A-1, p.2, stating, "the NSIESO does not have historical organizational experience and 4 operational data." 5 6 (a) Please provide historical organizational experience and operational data provided to the 7 N...

AI summary Request IR-1 seeks clarification on the NSIESO's access to NS Power's historical operational data for OM&A cost forecasting. It asks whether data was requested, reasons for non-request or refusal, and limitations of the data's applicability.

October 28, 2025 VIA EMAIL Ms. Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M12412 - Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (NSIESO) - Propo...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) has reviewed materials related to the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator's (NSIESO) proposed expenditure and revenue requirements for the test year ending March 31, 2026. The SBA will not file evidence but intends to submit comments later. The matter is under review by the Nova Scotia Energy Board.

Future RR Application – Costing Support and Minimum Filing Requirements The Industrial Group does not oppose the specific amount applied for by IESO-NS for the test period ending March 31, 2026. It is recognized that the IESO-NS is a newly...

AI summary The Industrial Group supports the IESO-NS's current RR application amount but urges stronger evidentiary support for future expenses. DGT recommends minimum filing requirements for future applications, including formal quotes and stakeholder engagement details. IESO-NS agrees to improve financial controls but has not committed to adhering to the proposed filing requirements.

SBA Concerns The SBA respectfully submits that evidence filed by Doane Grant Thornton and Synapse Energy Advisors on behalf of Board Counsel appears to share the concerns outlined above, as evidenced in the suggestions for the need for mor...

AI summary The SBA raises concerns about the timeline for implementing financial controls and accounting policies recommended by Doane Grant Thornton and Synapse Energy Advisors. IESO-Nova Scotia claims these measures are in 'active development' and will be established by 2026, but the SBA questions whether this timeline is sufficient to impact the upcoming 2026/2027 revenue requirement application.

nt as part of its revenue requirement applications, where costs both budgeted and actual can be addressed in full, and written proceedings including IRs and intervenor submissions can be accommodated. Regarding publishing a detailed IRP sc...

AI summary IESO Nova Scotia outlines its revenue requirement applications, noting that costs can be fully addressed. The IRP schedule is expected by April 2026, informed by a Dunsky-led stakeholder engagement process. A stakeholder workshop is planned for February 2026. Reference is made to NSEB IR-1 and matter number M12412.

IN THE MATTER of the MORE ACCESS TO ENERGY ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by the NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR for approval of its proposed expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (IESO) seeks approval for its expenditure and revenue requirement for the test year ending March 31, 2026. The proceeding involves multiple intervenors, including the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, Department of Energy, and industry groups, before a regulatory panel chaired by Stephen T. McGrath.

ive and governance-related functions, as well as the operational costs, for the first phase of its duties under the More Access to Energy Act , namely its first integrated resource planning exercise. - [13] The Board issued a Hearing Order...

AI summary The IESO Nova Scotia's integrated resource planning under the More Access to Energy Act is under review. The Board issued a Hearing Order in August 2025, with evidence submitted by consultants and the IESO. No oral hearing was requested. The IESO's costs will be recovered via transmission tariffs, and the Board's authority to approve rate recovery mechanisms is outlined in specific sections of the Act.

he IRP exercise, which Synapse supported. The Board accepts Synapse's evidence that the IESO appears to have enough support between internal staff and external consultants to conduct the IRP exercise. [75] While the Industrial Group was en...

AI summary The Board accepts Synapse's evidence regarding the IESO's capacity to conduct the IRP exercise. The Industrial Group urged the IESO to publish an IRP schedule by March 1, 2026, including stakeholder engagement timelines. The IESO responded with a planned stakeholder workshop in February 2026 and a schedule by April 1, 2026. The Board expects Synapse's recommendations, aligned with the More Access to Energy Act , to be addressed in the IRP.