Some of the stories contained in the articles are heart-wrenching. People on ODSP, CPP, fixed incomes - not being able to afford food, and in constant danger of having their power disconnected because of the power bills. These are not uncommon experiences for rural Ontarians. Many are living on the edge of poverty due to Hydro One rates. It's only a matter of time before Wynne figures out a way to tax wood-burning devices as well. It's all that some have left to heat their homes.