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Affordability measures, consumer protection legislation coming: Alberta government
Newfoundland will cut winter electricity bills by 15% and raise the oil-heat subsidy to $1,000, while Alberta plans new consumer rules.
- On Thursday, the government reduced electricity bills by 15%, one of two steps announced to lower the cost of living for residents.
- Finance Minister Craig Pardy announced on VOCM Open Line with Brian Callahan that the province increased its oil-heat subsidy to $1,000 from $500.
- The reduction applies to the first 2,000 kilowatt hours of monthly usage from December through March, bridging affordability until the Churchill Falls agreement takes effect.
- Newfoundland Power will deliver the rebate, ensuring customers see the savings applied as a specific line-item credit on their utility bills.
- Residents seeking further information may call 709-726-4635 or use the toll-free number 1-844-729-4645 for details about these affordability measures.
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Affordability measures, consumer protection legislation coming: Alberta government
EDMONTON - Alberta's government says it has a suite of legislation coming this fall to protect Albertans, their pocketbooks and their personal information.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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