Topic:"Procurement Practices" in M08888

1.1 Background As part of the June 30, 2016 agreement signed on deferred issues related to the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan, Intervenors in that proceeding agreed to: …work collaboratively with the DSM Advisory Group to pursue the nature an...

AI summary In 2016, EfficiencyOne and DSMAG agreed to improve TRC test accuracy by incorporating non-energy benefits (NEBs). A draft scope of work proposing adapted NEBs from another jurisdiction was circulated, facing mixed reactions. Feedback led to revisions, with VEIC conducting the study. Stakeholders including Synapse Energy Economics, NS Power, and advocates provided input on the draft report.

- EfficiencyOne may enter into post-submission negotiations and discussions with any one or more Proponent(s) regarding price, scope of work, and/or any other term of a Proponent's submission, and such other terms as EfficiencyOne may requ...

AI summary EfficiencyOne retains sole discretion to negotiate with proponents, modify proposal terms, and discontinue negotiations. Proponents bear all costs associated with submissions and presentations. EfficiencyOne may engage non-responding firms and adjust scope or terms without informing other proponents.

IN THE MATTER OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION for Approval of a Supply Agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, the estab...

AI summary The document outlines an application by EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) for approval of a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities, and the establishment of a 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, before the Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board (NSUARB).

3.10 Agreed form of Supply Agreement [120] E1 included an Agreed Form of Supply Agreement as Appendix J of its application, effective January 2016. The Supply Agreement generally outlines the terms and conditions which each party is expect...

AI summary E1 included an Agreed Form of Supply Agreement as Appendix J of its application, effective January 2016, outlining terms under the PUA. Attached schedules were left blank pending the Board's decision and Compliance Filing.

3.10.1 Findings [121] The Board has reviewed the Supply Agreement and has no comments at this time. E1 is ordered to complete the Supply Agreement incorporating the Board's Decision as a part of its Compliance Filing.

AI summary The Board reviewed the Supply Agreement and found no issues, but ordered E1 to finalize the agreement incorporating the Board's Decision into its Compliance Filing. This ensures alignment with regulatory requirements.

i) Statutory Interpretation - [42] Based on the legislative history of the enactment of s. 79K of the PUA , the purpose of the legislation, and the language used in this provision, E1 submits that the legislation is "broadly worded and sho...

AI summary E1 argues that s. 79K of the PUA should be interpreted expansively, allowing disclosure of personal information from NSPI under the 2016-2018 Supply Agreement, which was approved by the Board. The legislative intent and language support this broad interpretation.

s for violations of the CASL. As well, there are provisions in the CASL, that have not yet been proclaimed, which create a private right of action for recipients of CEMs who have not provided consent. [103] NSPI is concerned if it provides...

AI summary NSPI expresses concern that sharing customer data with E1 under a Board Order may violate CASL, seeking indemnity for potential liability. E1 argues implied consent under CASL's s. 9(a) allows use of data for DSM campaigns. The proceeding addresses CASL compliance, data sharing obligations, and indemnity claims.

IN THE MATTER OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by EFFICIENCYONE for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Inc. a...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks approval for a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) and its 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan. The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB) conducted a paper hearing, with intervenors including the Consumer Advocate, SBA, and Ecology Action Centre. Submissions and evidence were filed in June 2018.

21 8. ENVIRONMENT - 22 23 24 25 8.1 EfficiencyOne and its Subcontractors shall at all times comply with all Environmental Laws that apply in any way to the supply or performance of the EECA. EfficiencyOne and its Subcontractors shall not c...

AI summary EfficiencyOne and its subcontractors must comply with Environmental Laws and avoid hazardous substance releases. They must indemnify NSPI against any resulting costs from breaches or releases.

11. CONFIDENTIAL AND PERSONAL INFORMATION - 10 11 11.1 The Parties have executed or agree to execute the confidentiality agreement attached hereto as Schedule "D" - Confidentiality ("Confidentiality Agreement"). - 12 13 14 11.2 EfficiencyO...

AI summary The section outlines a confidentiality agreement between EfficiencyOne and NSPI, requiring EfficiencyOne to secure personal information and indemnify NSPI against liabilities from misuse or disclosure, including contravention of CASL. Schedule D is referenced as the confidentiality agreement.

27.1 Subject to the provisions of the Act, ail provisions of this Agreement which by their express terms or nature are continuing shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement, including, without limitation, this provision,...

AI summary The text outlines provisions that survive the expiration or termination of an agreement, including those related to the EECA Plan, confidentiality, indemnity, and other general provisions. These continuing provisions are essential for determining liability and interpreting the agreement.

Nishi v. Rascal Trucking Ltd. , 2013 SCC 33, [2013] 2 S.C.R. 438; R. v. Henry , 2005 SCC 76, [2005] 3 S.C.R. 609; Binus v. The Queen , [1967] S.C.R. 594; Bilski v. Kappos, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director,...

AI summary The document lists numerous legal cases cited in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, including Supreme Court of Canada decisions, U.S. Supreme Court rulings, and other appellate court judgments. These cases span areas such as administrative law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance, providing precedents relevant to the proceeding's legal arguments.

[l]a Loi sur la radiodiffusion s'intéresse principalement au contenu de la programmation diffusée au public au moyen d'ondes radio ou d'autres moyens de télécommunication » (Handa et autres, §5.5). [36] La Loi sur le droit d'auteur vise à...

AI summary The text discusses the Broadcasting Act and Copyright Act , emphasizing the latter's balance between protecting creators' rights and allowing public access through equitable use. It references legal scholars and case law, highlighting protected works like broadcasts and programs under copyright law.

presented as a balance between promoting the public interest in the encouragement and dissemination of works of the arts and intellect and obtaining a just reward for the creator (or, more accurately,

AI summary The text fragment discusses balancing public interest in promoting arts/intellectual works with ensuring fair compensation for creators. However, the provided text is incomplete and lacks specific details about the conflict or regulatory proceeding context.