Cost of Service Analysis (COSA) FortisBC is completing a Cost of Service Analysis (COSA) for submission as a draft to the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) in June 2009. For more information, please follow the link below: Cost of Service Analysis (COSA) January 1, 2009 Rate Increase The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has approved FortisBC’s 2009 rate application, which will result in a 4.6% general rate increase effective January 1, 2009. The rate increase is required due to ongoing investment in infrastructure and increasing power purchases driven by customer growth and increased demand for electricity. Residential RatesBi-monthly Residential Service: Customer Charge $23.74 based on 60 day billing period. All kWh are billed @ 7.463 ¢ per kWh. Time of Use Customers billed under the Time Of Use schedule (Time Of Use meter required) will be billed a standard charge of $23.74 per two month period plus consumption billed at the rates below: Summer (July, August) On-Peak Hours:
Off-Peak Hours:
All other months On-Peak Hours:
Off-Peak Hours:
Commercial RatesSmall General Service: This rate is for non-residential customers whose electrical demand is generally not more than 40 kW and can be supplied through one meter. Customer Charge $28.61 based on 60 day billing period. General Service: This rate is for non-residential customers whose electrical demand is generally greater then 40 kW but less then 500 kW and can be supplied through one meter. Customer Charge $14.30 based on 30 day billing period. The large majority of FortisBC’s customers are classified under the rate listings above. However, FortisBC has a number of other rate classifications. If you would like to read a complete listing of all FortisBC Rates and Terms and Conditions for Service, please review FortisBC's Electric Tariff. The above rates are subject to a 1.5% late payment charge. |
 
If you have a larger house and aren't using one or more rooms, be sure to lower the heat to those rooms by closing the vents or turning down the heaters. Check your basement and attic to ensure you're not heating areas that aren't occupied.  |