Hydro One is prioritizes the use of existing transmission corridors wherever possible. As part of the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process, Hydro One has identified a single route option for the proposed transmission line. This route will be further studied and evaluated in accordance with all Class EA requirements.
The preferred route will be studied by collecting data from a variety of sources, including existing reports and plans, environmental field surveys, technical assessments and community feedback. The analysis balances criteria including natural environment, socio-economic environment, Indigenous culture, values and land use and technical requirements.
At this stage of the project, our focus is on gathering information and feedback on the preferred route. Hydro One will be contacting all directly affected property owners along the preferred route to share information about the project.
Please contact us at Community.Relations@HydroOne.com or 1-877-345-6799 to ask questions or share your feedback.
Hydro One takes safety very seriously and we design and operate our equipment in accordance with all regulatory requirements. Health Canada has found no conclusive evidence of adverse effects caused by electric magnetic field (EMF) exposure from transmission lines. It also does not consider that any precautionary measures are needed regarding daily exposures to EMFs at extremely low frequencies. More information can be found here.
In Ontario, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is responsible for ensuring that future energy needs are being met. According to the IESO, electricity demand in Ontario is expected to increase significantly over the next 25 years and demand in East GTA could rise faster than in other parts of the province. Pending project approvals, we will start construction in 2029 to support this growth and meet the completion date set by the IESO.
As an Ontario-based company, Hydo One is investing today to ensure central Ontario has the electricity it needs tomorrow. Once built, the proposed Bowmanville to East GTA Power Line will increase the power available to communities while also supporting new businesses and industries as they connect to the grid. Every investment in Ontario's electricity system is an investment in local jobs and businesses, helping build a more prosperous province for all.
Feedback is a critical part of our planning process. Our team will continue to have meetings, workshops, and community open houses to help us gather information that considers the interests and needs of the communities.
Local knowledge about the environment, including the natural and socio-economic environment, will be used to help evaluate the preferred route. Input from Indigenous communities, community members, elected official, property owners and other stakeholders will help us through this process to identify potential ways to avoid, mitigate or restore potential environmental effects from the project.
Please provide feedback by contacting the Hydro One team at: Community.Relations@HydroOne.com or 1-877-345-6799.
