SaskEnergy has applied to increase its commodity rate, which if approved would be the first increase in seven years. The Crown Corporation’s President and CEO estimates the proposed rate would increase the average residential customer’s bill by $5.65 per month.

Ken From, says natural gas prices in the open market have essentially doubled since 2019 when the the commodity rate was lowered. Currently, SaskEnergy offers its lowest commodity rate in more than 20 years. The proposed adjustment would be the first increase since 2014, following four decreases. If approved, it would take effect November 1st.