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City proposing $10 million in emergency funding in response to skyrocketing electricity fees

VCC says it's pleased to the City moving forward with some relief for Calgarians living on low incomes

7 November 2023

The City of Calgary is proposing to allocate $10 million in emergency funding in response to skyrocketing electricity fees. VCC's Ameera Shivji discussed the extra funding with the Calgary Herald's Matt Scace, noting it would be a welcome addition to programs like the Basic Needs Fund. The Basic Needs Fund provides emergency financial assistance fund for in-need Calgarians.

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