Emergency And Outages

If you are experiencing a power outage in one of the 16 First Nations connected to the provincial grid via the Wataynikaneyap system, call Hydro One Remotes at 1-888-825-8707. Power distribution is the responsibility of Hydro One Remotes. They are prepared to respond 24/7 to outages and other issues.

Who we are

Wataynikaneyap Power is developing, managing construction, and operating approximately 1,800 kilometres of 230 kV, 115 kV, and 44 kV lines and 22 substations in northwestern Ontario.

The Wataynikaneyap Power transmission system is one of the largest First Nations projects in Canada. 24 First Nations working together and controlling development of infrastructure within their traditional lands is unprecedented and will be a catalyst for greater prosperity and economic self-determination.

About Us

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Partnership

Ownership

Wataynikaneyap Power is equally owned by 24 First Nations (51%), in partnership with Fortis Inc. and other private investors (49%). First Nation
majority-ownership will ensure responsible development of infrastructure in the Homelands, and maximize benefits to communities.

In Partnership with:

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Opiikapawiin
Services LP

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Wataynikaneyap
Power PM

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Vision & Mandate

In 2008, the original Central Corridor Energy Group was given the mandate to pursue the planning and development of a power transmission line to connect remote First Nations to the Ontario power grid, with infrastructure owned by the communities.

Who We Are

Quotes from Chief

“This is the first time we can take part in a project of this size and importance. Developing this project will provide our community a sense of pride and self- esteem that we can leverage for other projects.”

Bill Sainnawap, Big Trout Lake First Nation

“The Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project could save our community lots of money, which we can use for other purposes in our community.”

Jacob Strang, Chief, Poplar Hill First Nation

“This is the first time we can take part in a project of this size and importance. Developing this project will provide our community a sense of pride and self- esteem that we can leverage for other projects.”

Bill Sainnawap, Big Trout Lake First Nation

“The Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project could save our community lots of money, which we can use for other purposes in our community.”

Jacob Strang, Chief, Poplar Hill First Nation