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December 10, 2014 – Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro’s (Hydro) 2015 Capital Budget Application was approved by the Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Commissioners of Public Utilities (PUB) on December 2, 2014. Hydro will invest almost $77 million in more than 100 projects next year as part of its ongoing capital investment program to maintain and…

Microsoft PowerPoint – Briefing_Final Scott Crosbie, Chief Operating Officer for Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) gave an update today on the utility’s commitment to providing reliable power to customers this winter season and into the future. “We have been moving forward under an aggressive schedule and work has been completed as planned over the summer…

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Newfoundland (BBBS) with $10,000 in support of its Go Girls! and Game On programs. These programs use a group mentorship approach in providing young teens with information and support for active living, balanced eating, improved self-esteem and feeling good. Debbie Molloy, Manager…

The Canadian Red Cross is currently running a major fundraising campaign to expand its disaster management capabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador, and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro has committed $50,000 towards the campaign and support emergency preparedness for the province. “It’s a priority for us to give back to our community, particularly in the area of…

Libra House is embarking on a major expansion and renovation of its existing emergency crisis shelter in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and Hydro is proud to help: $100,000 is being invested in the project, to accompany the previous donation of two land parcels valued at $80,000. “Libra House is so pleased with the support we have…

Hydro is proud to continue their support for the Seniors Resource Centre (SRC) and assist their efforts to expand and deliver safety, health and wellness initiatives for seniors throughout the province. One objective of this partnership is having Senior Peer Advocates educate seniors about different health and safety topics through organizing Health and Safety Days…

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) filed an amended General Rate Application (GRA) today with the Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Commissioners of Public Utilities (PUB) to set electricity rates effective February 1, 2015 for electricity customers. “Hydro remains clearly focused on ensuring the delivery of reliable electricity to the people of this province now and…

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) plans to invest $80 million in projects next year as part of its ongoing capital program to continue to maintain and upgrade the provincial electricity system. Hydro filed its annual Capital Budget Application for 2015 today with the Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Commissioners of Public Utilities (PUB). This application…

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) is reminding contractors and the public of the importance of being vigilant when working around power lines. “Today, transport truck came in contact with a communication line in Labrador City,” said Scott Crosbie, Chief Operating Officer, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. “Luckily, there were no injuries; however Hydro crews had to…

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) filed an application with the Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Commissioners of Public Utilities (PUB) today for approval to borrow $200 million in long term debt to appropriately finance upcoming capital investments. “Significant capital investment is critical to ensuring a safe and reliable electricity system for the people of this…