There’s an increase coming to your electricity bill in Thunder Bay and Kenora.

Synergy North has received approval from the Ontario Energy Board to increase rates in Thunder Bay by $1.02 on a monthly bill while Kenora customers will pay $2.46 more per month.

Also, the fixed monthly distribution charge will jump to $26.40 in Thunder Bay and $32.50 in Kenora.

The new rates take effect on May 1st.