Fees
Contract Prices
| Membership Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Membership | $1.00 |
| Rural Contract | $8,000.00 |
| Rural Irrigation | $8,000.00 |
| Urban Contract | $4,000.00 |
| Grain Dryer (0–2 Million BTUs) | $11,000.00 |
| Grain Dryer (2–4 Million BTUs) | $15,000.00 |
| Grain Dryer (4–6 Million BTUs) | $19,000.00 |
| Additional Charge for Over 6 Million BTUs | $1,000 per million BTUs |
All contracts are subject to change by motion of the Board of Directors.
Account & Billing Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Returned Cheque (NSF) | $100.00 |
| Gas Billing Invoice Reprint | $50.00 |
| Replacement Contract Fee | $200.00 |
| Contract Amendment Administrative Fee | $50.00 |
| Crossing Agreement Administration Fee | $300.00 |
Collection & Disconnection Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Disconnection of Natural Gas Service (Non-Payment) | $150.00 |
| Reconnection of Natural Gas Service (Non-Payment) | $150.00 |
| 14-Day Letter Fee | $75.00 |
| Hand Delivered Termination Notice – First | $100.00 |
| Hand Delivered Termination Notice – Second | $200.00 |
Deposits & Interest
| Description | Rate |
|---|---|
| Deposit Fee | $750.00 |
| Security Deposit Interest (Per Annum) | 1.5% |
| Interest on Overdue Accounts (Monthly) | 1.5% |
Irrigation Deposit Policy
A deposit equal to half the consumer’s five-year average yearly consumption may be required if irrigation accounts are not paid in full by February 10th.
The deposit must be paid by April 30th before each irrigation season for up to three consecutive years.
Note:
The deposit does not accrue interest and may be applied to overdue accounts if required.
Gas Line Strike Penalty
A flat fee of $500.00 will be added to repair bills for negligent gas line strikes.
Additional costs may include:
• Gas loss
• Labour
• Materials
Land Damages
| Type of Land | Rate |
|---|---|
| Crop Land | $0.50 per meter |
| Grass Land | $0.50 per meter |
| Bell Hole | $100.00 |
Rates may vary at management discretion.
Construction Labour Rates
| Labour Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Gasfitter Labour | $110/hour |
| Gas Utility Operator Labour | $110/hour |
| Gasfitter Apprentice / Operator in Training | $70/hour |
| Overtime (Gasfitter / Operator) | $165/hour |
| Overtime (Apprentice) | $105/hour |
| Industrial Labour (Up To) | $135/hour |
Equipment Rentals
| Equipment | Rate |
|---|---|
| Dump Trailer | $125/day |
| Plow | $150/day |
| Walk Behind Trencher | $150/day |
Hydrovac Services
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Hydrovac Operator & Unit | $125/hour |
| Extra Water Pump/Truck & Man | $90/hour |
Winter rates subject to management discretion.
Mileage Charges
Mileage is charged at $0.80/km.
| Call Type | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Business Hours Call-Out | One-way from Vauxhall shop |
| After-Hours Call-Out | Round trip from serviceman origin |
| Non-Members Outside Co-op | Round trip from Vauxhall shop |
| Industrial Work Call-Out | Round trip from Vauxhall shop |
Shop Supplies & Administration
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Shop Supplies Charge | 3% of total work order |
| Third-Party Document Preparation | $300 per location + GST |
All rates and fees are subject to change by motion of the Board of Directors. GST applies where applicable.