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Customer News & Media

 
Cornwall Electric is committed to keeping its customers informed about our current programs and services, any changes in our services that may affect them, and about our work in the community.

You will find our recent announcements and media releases listed below. If you have any questions, please contact us.
 

Recent News & Media

Rate adjustment for Cornwall Electric Customers effective July 1, 2011

Monday, May 2, 2011

May 2, 2011 (Cornwall, Ontario) - Cornwall Electric customers will experience a moderate rate increase of 3.26% effective July 1, 2011. Michael Pescod, Regional Manager of Cornwall Electric, attributed the increase to the contractual provisions included in the long-term wholesale electricity supply contract negotiated with Hydro Quebec in 2008 and a billing adjustment by Hydro Quebec for energy previously supplied and consumed but not invoiced. Following this increase, the rates charged by Cornwall Electric continue to be less than rates charged five years ago.

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Cornwall Electric Donates $40,000

Monday, April 11, 2011

April 11, 2011 (Cornwall, Ontario) - Cornwall Electric has donated $40,000 towards the main rink score clock for Cornwall’s new Three-Plus One Centre. The centre is a premier community complex where hockey, soccer and tennis may be played all under one roof.

“Our Company is an integral part of the Cornwall community and is proud to make this donation” said Michael Pescod, Regional Manager of Cornwall Electric. “A state of the art facility like this is a welcome addition for the community. This amenities centre is a benefit to the entire community supporting active and healthy lifestyles as well as stimulating the local economy when hosting sporting events.”

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Moderate Rate Adjustment for Cornwall Electric Customers

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

May 4, 2010 (Cornwall, Ontario) - Cornwall Electric customer’s rates will increase 2.75% June 30, 2010. Michael Pescod, Regional Manager of Cornwall Electric, attributed the moderate increase and first in the past four years to the long-term wholesale electricity supply contract negotiated with Hydro Quebec by Cornwall Electric on behalf of its customers in 2008.

This long term agreement ensures reliability of supply and rate stability. The last retail rate increase was 2007 followed by a reduction of 6.2% in the 2008/2009 rate year. It is projected that future annual price adjustments will average at or near inflation until 2019.

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