Waasigan Transmission Line Project

 

We're committed to building long-term relationships with Indigenous Peoples and communities.

Hydro One is committed to developing the Waasigan Transmission Line on a foundation of respect, collaboration, and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities.

We are taking the necessary time to understand Indigenous interests in the Waasigan Transmission Line to ensure that development is conducted in a way that respects and maintains Indigenous rights and self-determination.

Our engagement process is designed to provide relevant information to Indigenous communities that are proximate to the Project in a timely manner, and to obtain community input.

Waasigan presents a unique opportunity for Hydro One to collaborate with Indigenous communities and advance reconciliation.
 

Communities

Hydro One is engaging with the following First Nation and Métis communities in the area, as well as their preferred representatives and governments. We encourage community members and citizens to contact their local Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) or Consultation Advisor for information about the Project and its opportunities.

First Nation Communities:

• Couchiching First Nation

• Eagle Lake First Nation

• Fort William First Nation

• Mitaanjigamiing First Nation
  

• Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation

• Ojibway Nation of Saugeen

• Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation

• Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation

• Lac Seul First Nation

• Seine River First Nation

• Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation
   
  

Métis Communities:

• MNO Lands, Resources and Consultation Branch

• MNO Region 1 and 2 Consultation Committees

• Red Sky Métis Independent Nation
   
  

Project Maps

Click here to see the latest maps of the Project area.
 

Environmental Assessment

Hydro One is committed to an environmental assessment (EA) process that ensures meaningful collaborations and opportunities for Indigenous communities, understanding environmental stewardship concerns and responsible planning. The EA evaluated the alternative routes to determine a preferred route for the new line and assess the potential Project effects.

Hydro One submitted the Environmental Report to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) in November 2023, which was available for public review and comment, and amended in April 2024. The MECP approved the Amended EA in September 2024. The Notice of Approval can be viewed here.

 

Indigenous Knowledge

For the Waasigan Transmission Line, Hydro One understands the importance and value of incorporating Indigenous Knowledge throughout the environmental assessment. We are dedicated to learning about the area’s natural environment, history, culture and traditional practices from local Indigenous people and communities. Our collaborative processes are designed to understand and respect Indigenous relationships with the land and ensure sustainable development opportunities that uphold quality of life.
 

Documents and Other Useful Information

To find a complete list of regulatory documents, and other resources and information about the Waasigan Transmission Line, please follow this link. Maps associated with the field work can be viewed here.

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