Ministry of Energy – Supplementary Estimates, 2016-17
Supplementary Estimates of the Ministry of Energy for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2017 Volume 1.
Ministry of Energy
Energy Development and Management - Vote 2902
This program is responsible for developing Ontario’s energy policy framework, which is central to the building of a strong and prosperous economy. It provides leadership and support to the energy sector to ensure clean, reliable, affordable and sustainable energy supply, transmission and distribution systems. The program supports energy conservation and efficiency, grid modernization, and the development of cleaner forms of energy. This program also oversees engagement and consultation with First Nations and Métis on provincial energy sector activities and projects while facilitating the participation of Aboriginal communities in renewable energy and transmission system developments.
| Item number | Item | Supplementary Estimates | Estimates | Estimates | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||||
| 1 | Policy and programs | $108,000,000 | $27,370,100 | $38,940,100 | $28,638,226 |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $108,000,000 | $27,370,100 | $38,940,100 | $28,638,226 | |
| Total operating expense | $108,000,000 | $27,370,100 | $38,940,100 | $28,638,226 |
| Vote-item number | Standard account by item and sub-items | Amount | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||
| 2902-1 | Policy and programs | ||
| Transfer payments | |||
| Smart grid fund | $8,000,000 | ||
| Green energy initiatives | $100,000,000 | $108,000,000 | |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $108,000,000 | ||
| Total operating expense for energy development and management | $108,000,000 |
Electricity Price Mitigation - Vote 2905
The Electricity Price Mitigation program helps Ontarians manage electricity costs.
| Item number | Item | Supplementary Estimates | Estimates | Estimates | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||||
| 3 | Ontario rebate for electricity consumers | $300,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $300,000,000 | - | - | - | |
| Total operating expense | $300,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Vote-item number | Standard account by item and sub-items | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | ||
| 2905-3 | Ontario rebate for electricity consumers | |
| Transfer payments | ||
| Ontario rebate for electricity consumers | $300,000,000 | |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $300,000,000 | |
| Total operating expense for electricity price mitigation | $300,000,000 | |
| Total operating expense for Ministry of Energy | $408,000,000 |