Alberta’s Rate of Last Resort vs Competitive Electricity Rates

When it comes to choosing an electricity plan in Alberta, many residents are automatically placed on the Rate of Last Resort (ROLR) without fully understanding their options. The ROLR is a regulated electricity rate charged by large utilities such as ENMAX, EPCOR, and Direct Energy. It is designed to be a default option rather than the most affordable one. Over … Read More

How Alberta’s Deregulated Energy Market Works

Alberta's deregulated market - Alberta Utility Source

We’ve learned over the years that most people want to know why their energy bill looks the way it does and whether they’re getting a fair deal. So, let’s break Alberta’s deregulated market down in a simple way.