Hydro One has started the development work for the proposed Waasigan Transmission Line.
The line is to go from Thunder Bay to Dryden, through Atikokan.
Hydro One’s Jason Fitzsimmons says it’s still too early to put a price tag on it.
“But we are committed to delivering this project, and doing the work with the community to make sure that this project works from development through to construction,” he notes.
Fitzsimmons says there is a need for the project, with several mines expected to come into production over the next seveal years.
He says one the key steps is ongoing consultation with the area’s Indigenous communities.
“We’re taking the time to understand the Indigenous interest, from leaders and community members alike, and are fully committed to engaging [with them],” he explains.
Hydro One recently submitted its outline for the Environmental Assessment process, with Indigenous engagement ranked as a top priority.
