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Exhibit 99.1
[GREAT LAKES POWER INC. LOGO]
SECOND QUARTER 2001 INTERIM REPORT
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[GREAT LAKES POWER INC. LOGO]
INTERIM REPORT FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2001
On February 28, 2001, the shareholders of Great Lakes Power Inc. ("Great Lakes"
or the "company") approved a going-private transaction. The successor company
was established on March 2, 2001 under the same name. This interim report
presents the combined operating and financial results for these companies for
the period from January 1, 2001 to June 30, 2001.
Highlights
- - 2,359 gigawatt hours of electricity generated during the first six months
of 2001.
- - Net income for the first six months of 2001 increased to $68.2 million.
- - Construction started on the 45 megawatt High Falls hydroelectric generating
station in northern Ontario.
- - OPERATING RESULTS
The company's power operations generated 2,359 gigawatt hours ("GWh") of
electricity during the first six months of 2001 compared to 2,530 GWh during the
same period in 2000. Lower generation from the company's operations in Ontario
and Quebec was partly offset by higher generation in the southern United States
and the effect of the acquisition of the Powell River hydroelectric facilities
in British Columbia in February 2001.
The company's northern Ontario power generating, transmission and distribution
system generated 631 GWh of electricity in the first six months of 2001, down
from 768 GWh in the same period in 2000 due to lower winter precipitation levels
partly offset by higher water flows in the second quarter. The system's power
sales for the first six months of 2001, including power purchased externally to
meet customer demand within its service area, were 1,172 GWh, similar to last
year. The company's facilities upgrading program continues with the returbining
of two units at the McPhail Generating Station on the Michipicoten River, for
expected completion by year end.
Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund generated a total of 701 GWh of power in the first
six months of 2001, down from 870 GWh in the same period of last year. This
decrease reflects lower precipitation at the Fund's Lievre River operations in
western Quebec, partly offset by the contribution of Powell River since its
acquisition at the beginning of February 2001.
The company's other power operations in Canada and the United States generated
1,027 GWh of electricity in the first six months of 2001, up from 892 GWh in the
same period in 2000. Louisiana HydroElectric Power generated 466 GWh in the
period, up from 330 GWh last year as water flows on the Mississippi River
started to return to more normal levels after unusually dry conditions in 2000.
Partly offsetting this improvement was lower generation at Pontiac Power due to
lower winter precipitation levels in western Quebec.
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- - FINANCIAL REVIEW
Great Lakes earned net income of $68.2 million for the six months ended June 30,
2001 compared to $64.8 million in the same period of 2000.
Power revenues for the first six months increased to $126.0 million in 2001 from
$110.8 million in 2000. Revenue from Louisiana HydroElectric Power increased by
$5.5 million as a result of higher power generation. Revenue from Lake Superior
Power increased by $6.9 million as a result of higher prices for contracted gas
sales. Revenue from Maclaren Energy's energy marketing operation, which
commenced during 2000, increased by $4.1 million.
Income from Great Lakes' investments for the first six months of 2001 was $53.2
million, down from $54.9 million in the same period last year as a result of
lower average interest rates.
Expenses for the first six months increased to $111.0 million in 2001 from
$100.9 million in the same period of 2000. Purchased power costs for the six
months increased by $11.1 million as a result of higher external power purchases
at Northern Ontario Power to meet customer demands in its services area.
Operating costs for the six months increased by $2.9 million with the expansion
of the company's operating assets. Taxes and other provisions for the six months
decreased by $5.3 million due mainly to lower federal and municipal tax rates.
- - CAPITAL INVESTMENT PROGRAM
Work continues on Great Lakes' $500 million capital investment plan, which forms
an integral part of a strategic plan to double power operating earnings by the
year 2005.
HIGH FALLS, ONTARIO. Construction commenced on the 45 MW, High Falls
hydroelectric generating station on the Michipicoten River in northern
Ontario. This $75 million redevelopment project is expected to be completed
in the fourth quarter of 2002.
SAULT STE. MARIE, ONTARIO/MICHIGAN. Permitting and preliminary engineering
are under way for a $30 million high voltage transmission interconnection
to link the company's generating stations in Ontario with the neighbouring
power grid in Michigan. This interconnection will have a capacity of up to
300 MW at 230 kilovolts and will enhance Great Lakes' ability to access
U.S. energy markets to maximize the value of its power system.
POWELL RIVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA. In February 2001, Great Lakes Hydro Income
Fund acquired a 50% economic interest in the Powell River hydroelectric
generating facilities in the city of Powell River, B.C. These two stations
have an aggregate capacity of 82 MW and are expected to produce an average
of approximately 520 GWh annually.
PINGSTON CREEK, BRITISH COLUMBIA. Construction has commenced on a 30 MW
hydroelectric generating station near Revelstoke, B.C. in a 50/50
partnership with Canadian Hydro Developers Inc. This $45 million project is
expected to be completed in mid 2002.
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BRASCAN ENERGETICA, BRAZIL. Development work continues for five new
hydroelectric generating stations in southern Brazil, which have a total
capacity of 81 MW. Construction has started on two of these projects, the
30 MW Passo do Meio generating station in the State of Rio Grande do Sul
and the 16 MW Pedrinho project in the State of Parana.
- - OUTLOOK
Although weather conditions continue to be drier than normal in northern Ontario
and western Quebec, their financial impact is expected to be partly offset by
the return to more normal water flows on the Mississippi River, the use of
hydrological insurance claims, and the impact of the company's ongoing
facilities upgrading and business development programs. Through its capital
investment plan, the company is aggressively seeking to increase returns as new
development projects and acquisitions are brought on stream.
Edward C. Kress
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
July 25, 2001
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Note: This Interim Report contains "forward-looking statements" within the
meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section
21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words "believe",
"expect", "anticipate", "intend", "estimate" and other expressions which are
predictions of or indicate future events and trends and which do not relate to
historical matters identify forward-looking statements. Reliance should not be
placed on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown
risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results,
performance or achievements of the company to differ materially from anticipated
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements include
general economic conditions, interest rates, availability of equity and debt
financing and other risks. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly
update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise.
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- - OPERATING STATISTICS
ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND SALES
THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30 SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30
gigawatt hours 2001 2000 2001 2000
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GENERATION
Northern Ontario Power 382 302 631 768
Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund
Lievre River 289 414 595 870
Powell River (1) 72 -- 106 --
Other Power Operations
Lake Superior Power (2) 220 209 431 420
Valerie Falls Power 17 14 28 24
Pontiac Power 54 59 102 118
Louisiana HydroElectric Power 289 206 466 330
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TOTAL GENERATION 1,323 1,204 2,359 2,530
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SALES
Northern Ontario Power (3) 540 557 1,172 1,180
Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund
Lievre River (3) 290 480 595 929
Powell River (1) 72 -- 106 --
Other Power Operations
Lake Superior Power (2) 220 209 431 420
Valerie Falls Power 17 14 28 24
Pontiac Power 53 58 100 116
Louisiana HydroElectric Power 281 200 451 320
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TOTAL SALES 1,473 1,518 2,883 2,989
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(1) Results for year to date include five months since acquisition in February
2001.
(2) Including electricity equivalents of contracted gas sales.
(3) Including power purchased externally to supply customer demand in service
area.
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- - CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Consolidated Balance Sheet
JUNE 30 DECEMBER 31
millions 2001 2000
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ASSETS
Securities $ 717.1 $ 661.3
Loans and other receivables 290.1 322.0
Long-term investments 526.0 536.2
Property, plant and equipment 1,003.8 956.8
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$2,537.0 $2,476.3
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LIABILITIES
Accounts payable and other $ 73.0 $ 76.4
Mortgage bonds 417.3 393.5
Term debentures 566.3 558.8
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1,056.6 1,028.7
FUTURE INCOME TAX LIABILITY 110.3 104.4
MINORITY INTERESTS 94.0 94.2
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (2) 1,276.1 1,249.0
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$2,537.0 $2,476.3
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME
THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30 SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30
millions, except per share amounts 2001 2000 2001 2000
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REVENUE
Power operations $65.0 $58.7 $126.0 $110.8
Long-term investments 11.6 11.8 23.0 23.2
Investment and other income 14.0 16.2 30.2 31.7
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90.6 86.7 179.2 165.7
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EXPENSES
Interest 19.0 20.3 39.1 38.8
Power and fuel purchases 16.8 16.5 41.7 30.6
Operating costs 7.3 5.9 14.2 11.3
Depreciation 5.5 5.2 11.0 10.3
Minority interests 1.1 1.0 2.3 1.9
Income and other taxes 3.1 5.1 2.7 8.0
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52.8 54.0 111.0 100.9
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NET INCOME $37.8 $32.7 $ 68.2 $ 64.8
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FULLY DILUTED NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $0.30 $0.26 $ 0.54 $ 0.51
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF RETAINED EARNINGS
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THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30 SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30
millions 2001 2000 2001 2000
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RETAINED EARNINGS
Balance, beginning of period $407.6 $376.6 $397.8 $364.8
Net income 37.8 32.7 68.2 64.8
Convertible debenture interest (4.3) (4.2) (8.7) (8.3)
Common share dividends (16.2) (16.2) (32.4) (32.4)
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Balance, end of period $424.9 $388.9 $424.9 $388.9
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30 SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30
millions 2001 2000 2001 2000
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CASH PROVIDED FROM OPERATIONS $ 35.2 $ 30.9 $ 63.1 $ 63.8
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FINANCING AND SHAREHOLDER DISTRIBUTIONS
Borrowings 0.2 50.0 25.7 50.0
Debt repayments (1.8) (1.3) (4.0) (3.2)
Convertible debenture interest (4.3) (4.2) (8.7) (8.3)
Common share dividends (16.2) (16.2) (32.4) (32.4)
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(22.1) 28.3 (19.4) 6.1
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INVESTING
Securities (42.3) -- (42.3) (29.2)
Loans and other receivables 28.2 5.4 38.3 36.1
Property, plant and equipment (5.6) (46.8) (34.1) (49.3)
Other 3.5 (18.0) 2.6 (24.4)
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(16.2) (59.4) (35.5) (66.8)
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
Increase (decrease) (3.1) (0.2) 8.2 3.1
Balance, beginning of period 18.0 9.5 6.7 6.2
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Balance, end of period $ 14.9 $ 9.3 $ 14.9 $ 9.3
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- - NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements include the
accounts of the company consolidated with the accounts of all its subsidiaries.
Reference is made to the company's most recently issued financial statement
report, which included information necessary or useful to understanding the
company's businesses and financial statement presentations. In particular, the
company's significant accounting policies and practices were presented as Note 1
to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in that report.
Financial information in this Interim Report reflects any adjustments
(consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that are, in the opinion of
management, necessary to a fair statement of results for the interim periods in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
The results reported in these consolidated financial statements should not be
regarded as necessarily indicative of results that may be expected for the
entire year.
The company is incorporated under the laws of Ontario and develops, owns and
operates hydroelectric and other power generating facilities principally in
Canada. The company also conducts investment activities, which include the
receipt of interest and dividends on the company's financial assets as well as
gains realized on investment transactions.
2. SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
The company is authorized to issue an unlimited amount of common shares, of
which the following were issued and outstanding:
JUNE 30 DECEMBER 31
millions 2001 2000
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101,383,135 (2000 - 101,393,934) Common shares $ 603.5 $ 603.5
Retained earnings 424.9 397.8
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1,028.4 1,001.3
Subordinated convertible debentures 247.7 247.7
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$1,276.1 $1,249.0
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The subordinated convertible debentures mature September 30, 2013, bear interest
at the prime rate subject to a minimum of 6% and a maximum of 8%.
3. COMPARATIVE FIGURES
Certain of the prior year's figures have been reclassified to conform with the
2001 presentation.
4. PRIVATIZATION
On February 28, 2001, the company's shareholders approved the going private
transaction proposed by Brascan Corporation, its majority shareholder. The
successor private company, established in March 2, 2001, continues the business
of Great Lakes Power Inc. under the same name.
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- - PROFILE
Great Lakes Power Inc. generates, transmits and distributes electricity in
Ontario and Quebec, and has ownership and operating interests in other power
generating facilities and developments in Canada, the United States and Brazil.
Its production and development base includes 22 generating stations with an
installed generating capacity of 987 megawatts.
Great Lakes is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brascan Corporation (BNN: TSE,
NYSE).
PRODUCTION BASE
Generating Generating Installed
Ownership Stations Units Capacity
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(megawatts)
Northern Ontario Power (1) 100% 12 22 327
Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund (50%)
Lievre River, Quebec (1) 100% 3 10 238
Powell River, British Columbia (2) 50% 2 7 82
Other Power Operations
Lake Superior Power, Ontario (3) 50% 1 3 110
Valerie Falls Power, Ontario (2) 65% 1 2 10
Pontiac Power, Quebec (2) 100% 2 7 28
Louisiana HydroElectric Power (2) 75%(4) 1 8 192
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TOTAL 22 59 987
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(1) Integrated hydroelectric power generating and transmission systems
(2) Other hydroelectric stations
(3) Natural gas-fired cogeneration plant
(4) Residual interest
- - HEAD OFFICE
GREAT LAKES POWER INC.
Suite 4400, P.O. Box 762
BCE Place, 181 Bay Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2T3
Telephone: 416-363-9491
Facsimile: 416-363-2856
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