Topic/Matter Intersection

Topic:"Regulatory Compliance" in M12619

Matter: Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan - $284 million
57 passages 12 documents

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N-1Application - Redacted 8 passages
Section 1033
2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 61 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Summary Document Forced Outage Rate Unplanned outages result in replacement genera on, o en at a higher cost than the...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines capital expenditure justification criteria, emphasizing unplanned outages' cost impacts via probabilistic production models. System design adheres to NPCC and NERC standards, with NERC requirements enforced through NSEB regulatory approval. Transmission criteria combine protection performance and system dynamics, ensuring compliance with single contingency design principles.

Section 1038
ds to NS Power's personnel or to the general public; • To meet NS Power's obliga ons to third par es or to conform with the provision of applicable laws and regula ons there under; • To protect facility assets by maintaining them in a reas...

AI summary The text outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s obligations to maintain facilities, comply with regulations, and select the least-cost option for capital expenditures. It defines telecontrol and telecommunications infrastructure, referencing the 2026 ACE Plan and a capital expenditure justification document.

Section 1045
tal Item ATO.................................................................................. 49 12.2 Individual Capital Item Scope Change .................................................................. 49 12.3 Rou ne Capital ATO ........

AI summary The text outlines a document structure covering capital expenditure management, cost application requirements, asset remittance, routine expenditures, and justification criteria. It emphasizes regulatory processes for financial compliance, capital item scope changes, and confidentiality protocols within a regulatory proceeding context.

Section 1064
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 80 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document Technically jus fied IT projects are broadly ranked usi...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. evaluates IT projects using criteria including customer impact, financial implications, compliance with regulations (e.g., NERC/CIP), and operational sustainability. Capital programs prioritize health/safety, regulatory compliance, service delivery, and risk mitigation, with economic initiatives assessed via performance metrics (SAIDI, SAIFI, CAIDI). Constraints include resource availability, maintenance cycles, and cash flow. Executive approval involves reviewing the ACE Plan.

Section 1078
efit to customers while allowing NS Power to meet its objec ves. The capital planning cycle for any given year typically begins early in the preceding year and concludes at the filing of the ACE Plan. Although the oversight and management...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) outlines its capital planning process, emphasizing centralized oversight and annual ranking of projects based on health and safety, regulatory compliance, customer reliability (SAIDI, SAIFI), requirement to serve, and economic factors (NPV, ACHI). Projects are reviewed to align with strategic goals and ensure justification.

Section 1172
6 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 145 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document • Grounding – Economic Jus fica on Procedure To reduce the earth poten al the costs are iden fied suc...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines capital expenditure justification criteria for grounding, joint use agreements, highway relocation, radio interference voltage, and voltage unbalance. Costs include labor, materials, and compliance with regulations like DEP 5.50 and the Radio Communication Act. Joint use agreements with Bell Aliant aim to reduce costs for both parties.

Section 1198
9 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document Appendix B: Capital Item DocumentaƟon Policy & Review Requirements ObjecƟve To specify the documenta on required to provide reasonable as...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines a policy requiring detailed documentation for all capital expenditures to ensure customer benefit, regulatory compliance, and accountability. The policy emphasizes evaluating alternatives, analyzing costs, and maintaining records for transparency and historical reference in capital project management.

Section 1460
2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 31 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential 1 5.0 STORM HARDENING – TARGETED EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENTS AND 2 UPGRADES 3 4 2024-2029 Forecast Investment: $916 million 5 Forecasted Perfor...

AI summary NS Power's 2024-2029 Storm Hardening Plan includes $916 million for distribution, transmission, and substation upgrades to enhance grid reliability and comply with regulations. Investments target aging equipment, aiming to reduce SAIDI by 0.13–0.24 hours.

N-4NSPI (DOE) RIR 1 to 7 1 passage
Section 10 p. p. 7
acceptable lower-cost connection standard, phasing mechanism, or prioritization criteria that would lower the investment required and still meet the technical requirements. (f) As discussed in part (e), the least cost alternative is select...

AI summary The text discusses NS Power's approach to managing customer connection and upgrade costs, emphasizing the use of least-cost alternatives and regulatory oversight through the Authorization to Overspend (ATO) process. Regulations limit the scope of utility-funded investments, and ATO applications have been approved by the NSEB to justify increased spending.

N-6NSPI (NSEB) RIR 1 to 202 - Redacted 36 passages
2.0 HSE Policies & Programs p. p. 16
2.0 HSE Policies & Programs

AI summary This section outlines the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and programs in place, focusing on regulatory compliance, quality management systems, and health and safety protocols. Key entities involved include Nova Scotia Power and the Nova Scotia Energy Board.

2.3 Emera/NSPI Policies p. p. 17
2.3 Emera/NSPI Policies The Company shall comply with the current version of all NSPI safety policies, programs, and practices, including, but not limited to, the most recent versions of the following: - − NS Power Contractor Safety Manage...

AI summary The document outlines the policies and programs that Emera/NSPI must comply with, including safety, environmental, and workplace policies. These include the NS Power Contractor Safety Management Program, EMA 1 Occupational Health and Safety Policy, and other related policies.

2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 46 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) p. pp. 21-22
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 46 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)

AI summary The text is a redacted page from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan submitted to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) as part of Information Request 71 (IR-71). The page contains confidential information and is part of a larger document discussing capital expenditures, infrastructure planning, and regulatory compliance.

9.0 Site Procedures p. p. 45
9.0 Site Procedures

AI summary The section outlines site procedures related to energy infrastructure and operations, including capital expenditures, reliability metrics, and compliance with regulatory standards.

9.9 Maintenance and Refueling p. p. 49
9.9 Maintenance and Refueling - 1) Spill kit onsite and readily available, and the contents inspected on a regular basis. - 2) All maintenance and refuelling areas must be at least 100m from any watercourse - 3) A level surface for working...

AI summary The document outlines safety and maintenance procedures for refueling and repair activities, emphasizing spill prevention, safe distances from watercourses, proper work areas, and compliance with fire regulations and permit requirements.

Essential Principles p. p. 53
Essential Principles There are a number of essential principles that must be considered for all temporary workplace traffic control operations: Function, Planning, Communication, and Implementation. The necessary elements of care include:...

AI summary The essential principles for temporary workplace traffic control operations include Function, Planning, Communication, and Implementation. Key elements involve designing and reviewing traffic control plans, ensuring proper signage and signals, and adhering to provincial regulations and standards.

10.3 Pendant/Overhead Cranes p. p. 56
10.3 Pendant/Overhead Cranes All personnel who will be operating a pendant/overhead travelling crane during the course of their work must be in possession of a current certified license for overhead travelling crane operation.

AI summary All personnel operating pendant/overhead cranes must hold a current certified license for overhead travelling crane operation, as mandated by safety regulations.

10.4 Elevating Work Platforms p. p. 56
10.4 Elevating Work Platforms Personnel must be given verbal, visual and hands-on instruction on the safe operation and requirements to operate that specific class of elevating work platform, prior to start of job. Operator certificate req...

AI summary Personnel operating elevating work platforms must receive verbal, visual, and hands-on instruction on safe operation and requirements before starting work. An operator certificate is required at all times to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

11.2 Task-Specific PPE p. p. 57
11.2 Task-Specific PPE Task-specific/specialized PPE is required for certain tasks, as outlined in applicable company policies and procedures (e.g., Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)). Task-specific PPE, and training on its use, shall b...

AI summary The document outlines requirements for task-specific personal protective equipment (PPE) in Nova Scotia, emphasizing compliance with CSA standards and company policies. It details additional PPE needs for various hazards and mandates training on their use.

Project Health & Safety Plan p. p. 58
Project Health & Safety Plan Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 - o The latest version of CSA standard CSA Z94.4, "Selection, Use, and Care of Respirators," and - o The latest version of company Respiratory Prot...

AI summary The Project Health & Safety Plan for the Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment project outlines requirements for respiratory protection, fall protection, and other safety measures, referencing the latest CSA Z94.4 standard and company-specific Corporate Safety Standards (CSS).

12.1 General p. p. 59
12.1 General Hazardous or toxic goods shall be identified with warning labels including, without limitation, in accordance with "WHMIS" (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) and "TDG" (Transportation of Dangerous Goods Control...

AI summary The section outlines requirements for labeling hazardous materials in compliance with WHMIS and TDG regulations, and mandates the maintenance of up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventory lists at project sites.

Project Health & Safety Plan p. p. 61
Project Health & Safety Plan Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 - − Training of construction staff and subcontractors regarding proper methods for transporting, transferring, and handling substances that have th...

AI summary The Project Health & Safety Plan outlines measures for training, SOPs, hazardous material handling, and emergency protocols for the Tufts Cove Shoreline project. It emphasizes mechanical integrity checks, secondary containment, SDS availability, and spill risk analysis. Dexter will coordinate reporting to DEPP.

14.1 General p. p. 65
14.1 General Workplace safety inspections are required to identify, correct, and control hazards, unsafe conditions, and acts in order to protect persons at or near the workplace from injury or illness. Any unsafe acts or conditions observ...

AI summary Workplace safety inspections are mandated to identify and address hazards, with requirements for documenting unsafe conditions, implementing corrective actions by specified deadlines, and involving JOHSC or worker health and safety representatives. Machinery inspections must follow manufacturer guidelines, and findings must be reviewed with site supervisors.

Project Health & Safety Plan p. p. 73
Project Health & Safety Plan Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 tanks. Bonding or grounding must also be performed for the filling or discharging of flammable liquids from a container. Containers must be CSA/ANS...

AI summary The Project Health & Safety Plan outlines requirements for bonding or grounding during handling of flammable liquids and mandates compliance with the Company's HSMS Corporate Safety Standard: Fire Protection for Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545.

16.3 Incident Investigation and Corrective Action p. p. 81
16.3 Incident Investigation and Corrective Action An incident investigation will ensure that appropriate corrective actions are identified and completed in an effective and timely manner and help reduce the likelihood of similar incidents...

AI summary The text outlines the importance of incident investigations in identifying root and direct causes of incidents, implementing corrective actions, and preventing future occurrences. Benefits include improved safety standards, legal compliance, and reduced business losses.

16.4 NSPI Incident Reporting Requirements p. p. 83
16.4 NSPI Incident Reporting Requirements - − The NSPI Contract Manager / Site Representative shall be notified immediately of all incidents, regardless of severity. - − Initial reports are to be provided to NSPI within 24 hours. - − Compl...

AI summary The NSPI Incident Reporting Requirements mandate immediate notification of all incidents to the NSPI Contract Manager/Site Representative, with initial reports within 24 hours and completed reports for minor incidents within 48–72 hours. Major incidents require timeframes set by NSPI after initial review, with final reports forwarded to the Department of Labour and WCB. Severe injuries prioritize casualty care, and environmental incidents must be reported immediately. Personal injury is noted as a potential major incident type.

17.1 General Project Requirements p. p. 85
17.1 General Project Requirements Project specific HSE related documents/records that are to be retained for the duration of a project and kept accessible will include at least the following (as applicable): - − Daily Huddle Meetings - − T...

AI summary The document outlines mandatory HSE record-keeping requirements for projects, including daily meetings, inspections, training records, and regulatory agency reports. Compliance with these requirements ensures transparency and adherence to safety and regulatory standards throughout project execution.

Postings ("Safety Boards") p. p. 86
Postings ("Safety Boards") Postings shall include at minimum: - − The Health and Safety Policy - − Current names of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) members or the Health and Safety Representation and the means of...

AI summary The document outlines mandatory requirements for 'Safety Boards' on project sites, including health and safety policies, JOHSC member details, emergency contacts, regulatory compliance notices, and responsibilities for maintaining safety information. Additional postings like incident summaries and safety KPIs are recommended. Safety information must be accessible via a Safety Binder or digital platforms like SharePoint.

17.5 Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) Minutes p. p. 88
17.5 Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC) Minutes The JOSHC shall operate as per local regulatory requirements, including the distribution of meeting minutes to all applicable parties.

AI summary The JOHSC operates under local regulatory requirements, ensuring meeting minutes are distributed to all relevant parties as part of compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

17.6 Reporting to External and Regulatory Parties p. p. 88
17.6 Reporting to External and Regulatory Parties Prior to reporting to any external party or regulatory (e.g., provincial, federal) authority, the Health and Safety Department must be consulted. The Health and Safety Department will file...

AI summary The Health and Safety Department must be consulted before reporting to external parties or regulatory authorities. The department will either file the report or provide guidance on appropriate reporting procedures.

Project Health & Safety Plan p. p. 89
Project Health & Safety Plan Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 impact multiple groups. This is intended to eliminate the possibility of reoccurrence at all MGOC workplaces with similar processes and/or equipmen...

AI summary The Project Health & Safety Plan for the Tufts Cove Shoreline Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 aims to prevent recurrence of safety issues at MGOC workplaces through standardized safety measures.

Health & Safety Management System – Corporate Safety Standards p. p. 92
Health & Safety Management System – Corporate Safety Standards - CHEMICAL and BIOLOGICAL HANDLING CODES OF PRACTICE: SILICA - FALL PROTECTION / WORKING FROM HEIGHTS / LADDERS - FIRE PROTECTION - FIT FOR DUTY - GUARDING - HAND and POWER TOO...

AI summary The document outlines corporate safety standards covering chemical handling, fall protection, fire safety, PPE, respiratory protection, and other occupational health and safety practices. It lists codes of practice for various workplace hazards and safety protocols.

Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 p. p. 98
Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment RFP-06/2025-545 Contracto or Safety Management Program - Appen dix B – NSPI F Hazard Anal lysis Page 4 d , Boating Contractor Approval A Α Qualified Workers С Α SPI SWPs: NP 01 – Devision from...

AI summary The document outlines safety management programs and risk categories for a shoreline revetment project, including requirements for boating contractor approval, qualified workers, and various safety practices. It also identifies applicable and not applicable risk areas such as regulatory compliance, environmental impacts, and stakeholder engagement.

2023: 18 Orders as follows: p. p. 101
2023: 18 Orders as follows: - − Occupational Health & Safety Act 47 Powers of officers (5) - − Occupational Health & Safety Act 52 Power to require reports, assessments, and tests (3) - − Occupational Health & Safety Act 55-4 Orders and co...

AI summary The 2023 orders outline compliance requirements under the Occupational Health & Safety Act and related regulations, including powers of officers, report requirements, and safety protocols for demolition, excavation, and blasting activities.

INSPECTION REPORT Compliance Update p. p. 103
INSPECTION REPORT Compliance Update ISSUED TO: Dexter Construction Company Limited c/o Jamie Burns February 16, 2023 INSPECTION DATE: MAILING ADDRESS: 927 ROCKY LAKE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 48100 HALIFAX, NS B4A 3Z2 SITE NAME: Stillwater Brook-The...

AI summary An inspection report compliance update issued to Dexter Construction Company Limited highlights non-compliance with safety protocols at a construction site near Queensland on Highway 103. The report references the Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) and specific Canadian Standards Association (CSA) regulations, indicating deficiencies in siltation control measures.

INSPECTION REPORT Compliance Update p. p. 108
INSPECTION REPORT Compliance Update ISSUED TO: Dexter Construction Company Limited c/o Jamie Burns October 07, 2021 INSPECTION DATE: MAILING ADDRESS: 927 ROCKY LAKE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 48100 HALIFAX, NS B4A 3Z2 SITE NAME: Stillwater Brook-The...

AI summary An inspection report compliance update issued to Dexter Construction Company Limited, directed to Jamie Burns, regarding siltation issues at the Stillwater Brook-The Puddle- Highway 103 bridge near Queensland site on October 7, 2021.

2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 133 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) p. p. 108
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 133 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) and observation 1 in the September 19 visit) - 4) Access road to the northern pond needs better stabilization. (observation 5 of the Septembe...

AI summary The document outlines site stabilization requirements, including hydroseeding, rock lining, and silt boom inspections, to comply with environmental regulations. It references compliance with Environment Act 67(2) and includes directives for addressing exposed soil and drainage systems. Items 14490076-001, 14490076-002, and 14537598-004 are marked as complied with.

2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 136 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) p. p. 111
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 136 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \...

AI summary The text outlines legal provisions from Nova Scotia's Environment Act, including prohibitions on unauthorized substance releases, duties to remediate environmental harm, inspector powers for entry and document production, and mandatory compliance with directives. These provisions emphasize environmental protection and regulatory enforcement.

INSPECTION POLICY p. p. 141
INSPECTION POLICY An integral component of the Elliot Group of Companies safety program is to conduct safety inspections. The sole objective of this policy is to control hazards within the workplace by conducting inspections on a regular b...

AI summary The Elliot Group of Companies enforces a safety inspection policy to control workplace hazards through regular inspections of offices, job sites, vehicles, and facilities. Supervisors conduct informal checks, while formal daily and weekly inspections are mandated, with corrective actions required for identified deficiencies. Sub-contractors must address hazards and cooperate with safety advisors.

ACCIDENT/INCIDENT POLICY p. p. 143
ACCIDENT/INCIDENT POLICY The investigation standard requires that all accidents and incidents are reported and thoroughly investigated. These accidents/incidents include: Lost Time Injury Medical Aid First Aid Near Misses Property Damage E...

AI summary The policy mandates immediate investigation and reporting of accidents/incidents, including injuries, property damage, and environmental harm. Reports must be submitted to Management within 24 hours or to Elliot Group of Companies if Management is unavailable.

F. OUT OF PROVINCE PROPONENTS p. p. 144
F. OUT OF PROVINCE PROPONENTS Elliot Excavators Limited will ensure all out of province proponents are compliant with Nova Scotia provincial safety training requirements and provide verification to NSPI. Elliot Excavators Limited will ensu...

AI summary Elliot Excavators Limited ensures out-of-province proponents comply with Nova Scotia's safety training and CSA-approved gear requirements, including annual inspections, as verified by NSPI.

8.14 INSURANCE p. p. 152
8.14 INSURANCE CERTI FI CATE OF INSU JRANCE DATE(YY/MM/DD) Contractor's Pollution Liability В EIL744831-04 25/07/26 26/07/26 Limit 5,000,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS/AU COI for Bild on Tuffs Cove Shoreline Sheet: Additional insu...

AI summary This section outlines an insurance certificate for a contractor's pollution liability policy, with Nova Scotia Power Inc. listed as an additional insured. The certificate includes details such as the policy number, dates, and locations, and specifies that the coverage excludes automobile liability.

Summary: p. p. 105
Summary:

AI summary The document provides a summary of the proceeding, outlining key issues and stakeholders involved. It highlights the need for regulatory oversight and compliance with energy policies, including the discussion of cost recovery mechanisms and program evaluations.

5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS p. p. 105
5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS

AI summary This section outlines the recommendations made by the Nova Scotia Energy Board following the analysis and review of various proceedings, including considerations related to energy efficiency, infrastructure planning, and regulatory compliance.

Environmental Site Assessment for Limited Remediation Checklist p. pp. 153-154
Environmental Site Assessment for Limited Remediation Checklist This checklist is for all sites undergoing L1, L2 or L3 Limited Remediation

AI summary This document provides a checklist for sites undergoing Limited Remediation (L1, L2, or L3) as part of an Environmental Site Assessment process.

2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests p. p. 63
2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-176: 2 3 Appendix F Path to 2030 Update pages 648 to 702 4 5 Page 679, NS Power states 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 "Upon...

AI summary The document discusses NS Power's transfer of 19 employees to the IESO Nova Scotia, including their roles in resource and transmission planning, and addresses whether this transfer has affected NS Power's advisory role to the IESO Nova Scotia.

N-9Evidence of John D. Wilson - CA 1 passage
Q: What is NS Power's view of the risk of adding detail to the scope, consistent with some other definitions of scope? p. p. 19
Q: What is NS Power's view of the risk of adding detail to the scope, consistent with some other definitions of scope? A: NS Power states that if "scope change" included changes in deliverables, boundaries, and/or detailed tasks, roughly 7...

AI summary NS Power believes that adding detail to the scope of projects would lead to a significant regulatory burden, as approximately 70-80 out of 200 projects over the past five years would have required a scope change, affecting NS Power, the NSEB, and stakeholders, with costs passed on to customers.

N-22Responses to Undertakings 1-22 1 passage
4.1 Utility Locates p. p. 113
4.1 Utility Locates Prior to conducting the drilling investigation at the site, subsurface and overhead utilities were located and reviewed in accordance with Strum's occupational health and safety program, and also to identify potential m...

AI summary Before drilling investigations began, subsurface and overhead utilities were located and reviewed to ensure safety and identify potential contaminant migration pathways. A utility review was conducted by R.L. Dennis Associated Limited on September 11, 2024, with NSPI and substation staff involved in the process.

103410Decision 2 passages
2.4.2 Directives p. p. 33
2.4.2 Directives [88] The Board finds that the sustained growth and evolving composition of the Routine Program require requires enhanced prospective transparency. The additional information is intended to preserve the regulatory efficienc...

AI summary The Board requires NS Power to enhance transparency in the Routine Program by providing detailed cost and performance data, including five-year comparisons, cost breakdowns, and explanations for year-over-year changes. This is intended to ensure regulatory efficiency and proper cost justification.

3.2 CEJC Scope Change Amendments and Recommendations p. p. 37
manner. Defining the scope of work provides stakeholders and the Board with sufficient detail about project parameters and not simply the ultimate outcome of a project. [IG Closing Submissions, p. 7] [108] However, the IG also acknowledged...

AI summary The Independent Governor (IG) suggests that materiality thresholds should be used to determine when Scope Change applications are required, avoiding unnecessary administrative burden. NS Power maintains its position, arguing that its proposed CEJC changes balance regulatory oversight and efficiency.

100437Notice of Intervention - NSIESO 1 passage
NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR ("IESO Nova Scotia") p. p. 1
NOVA SCOTIA INDEPENDENT ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR ("IESO Nova Scotia") TAKE NOTICE that IESO Nova Scotia requests to intervene in the above-noted matter. Pursuant to the More Access to Energy Act, SNS 2024, c. 2, Sch. B, IESO NS is statutoril...

AI summary IESO Nova Scotia requests to intervene in the proceeding, citing its statutory mandate under the More Access to Energy Act to administer the bulk power system and wholesale electricity markets in Nova Scotia. It states its interests may be affected by the outcome of the proceeding.

100691NSEB (NSPI) IR 1 to 202 - Word 1 passage
Section 68
during periods of net peak demand.” 1. What is the current estimated cost of the conversion of Lingan units 1, 3 and 4? 2. What is the current estimated cost of the Point Tupper unit 2 to natural gas Section 7.3 Green Hydrogen Projects, pa...

AI summary The text includes questions about the costs of converting Lingan and Point Tupper units to natural gas, the development of green hydrogen projects, and risk management related to supply chain and geopolitical factors. It also raises concerns about off-take agreements, grid access, and potential transmission impacts.

100699IG (NSPI) IR 1 to 25 - PDF 1 passage
20 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 26, lines 19-23.
20 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 26, lines 19-23. The proposed Scope Change definition has been intentionally limited to changes in stated intent as this provides a practical trigger for when a Scope Change application is required. E...

AI summary The proposed Scope Change definition is limited to changes in stated intent to avoid unnecessary regulatory filings and complexity. Including changes in deliverables or boundaries would lead to more filings and increased regulatory burden.

102213Closing Submissions - IG 1 passage
The Current Gap in Coordination p. pp. 18-19
The Current Gap in Coordination IESO-NS is in the process of taking over key planning and procurement responsibilities from NSPI pursuant to the More Access to Energy Act . Phase 1 of the IESO-NS transition involved employees transferring...

AI summary The document discusses a gap in coordination between IESO-NS and NSPI during the transition of planning and procurement responsibilities under the More Access to Energy Act . NSPI has not involved IESO-NS in the preparation of the 2026 ACE Plan or capital forecast, and there is no evidence of mechanisms ensuring IESO-NS will adopt NSPI's work seamlessly. The transition's financial implications remain uncertain.

103410Decision 3 passages
2.4.2 Directives p. p. 33
2.4.2 Directives [88] The Board finds that the sustained growth and evolving composition of the Routine Program require requires enhanced prospective transparency. The additional information is intended to preserve the regulatory efficienc...

AI summary The Board requires NS Power to enhance transparency and reporting for the Routine Program, including detailed financial and operational data, to ensure regulatory efficiency and proper cost justification. This includes rolling five-year comparisons, cost breakdowns, and explanations for changes in expenditures.

3.2 CEJC Scope Change Amendments and Recommendations p. pp. 36-37
3.2 CEJC Scope Change Amendments and Recommendations [99] Capital project Scope Change applications are currently addressed in Section 12.2 of NS Power's Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria. These are intended to address changes in...

AI summary The document discusses the need to define 'Scope Change' in the CEJC, as raised by the IG during the 2025 ACE Plan proceeding. The Board agreed and directed NS Power to consult on incorporating a definition into the CEJC for the 2026 ACE Plan.

7.1.1 Coordination with the IESO Nova Scotia p. p. 79
ight take place. He said NS Power would continue its discussions with the four RFP proponents, which involved minimal costs, until more detail was known about the impact of the subject correspondence. [205] There is no Synchronous Condense...

AI summary The document discusses the lack of a Synchronous Condenser Project before the Board and highlights the need for close coordination between NS Power, the IESO Nova Scotia, and the Province of Nova Scotia to avoid duplication of effort and delays. NS Power spent nearly $1 million on the project before realizing it may not align with the More Access to Energy Act .

20260421-1Hearing Transcript — 04/21/2026 (Revised Transcript - Refiled May 20, 2026) 1 passage
NS POWER PANEL 319 Cr-ex, (Mahody)
NS POWER PANEL 319 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 this project. And the question I wanted to focus in on is 2 Question (i) down at the bottom of the page, Mr. Norwood. 3 BY MR. MAHODY: 4 Q. The company was asked: 5 6 7 Have there been any significant l...

AI summary The text discusses a regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power, focusing on a question regarding significant leaks requiring regulatory reporting. The context includes a legal proceeding and the company's response to a specific inquiry.

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