WINNIPEG — Premier Brian Pallister says the handling of Manitoba Hydro under the former NDP government is “the scandal of the century.”
A review of the Crown corporation released last week found a lack of government oversight led to cost overruns and a large increase in debt.
The review by former Saskatchewan premier Brad Wall delved into construction of the Bipole Three transmission line and the Keeyask generating station.
The projects together were $3.7 billion over the initial budget.
Opposition NDP Leader Wab Kinew has expressed concerns that the report is a step toward privatization and deregulation.
Pallister says his Progressive Conservative government has no intention of moving in that direction.
He says the government wants to guarantee Manitobans have a say on major decisions.
“We are going to take steps to strengthen referendum requirements to ensure Manitobans have their fair say,” Pallister said.
Pallister did not provide more details on what any changes may look like.
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