en.Wedoany.com Reported - Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines, Stephen Lecce, has authorized Hydro One Networks Inc. to develop and construct a 230 kV double-circuit Red Lake transmission line in the northwestern part of the province. The line will extend from the Dryden substation to the Red Lake switching station, passing through Ear Falls, to enhance regional power capacity and supply reliability.

Approximately 162 kilometers in length, the transmission line is expected to be completed by the early 2030s, adding about 400 megawatts of power capacity to the region—four times the existing capacity. The project will improve grid stability for remote communities and the broader area.

Hydro One plans to collaborate with local First Nations through an equity partnership model, allowing them to invest up to 50% ownership in the line. Ryan Docherty, Executive Vice President of Capital Portfolio Delivery at Hydro One, said: "Ontario's long-term growth depends on strong, reliable power infrastructure. The Red Lake transmission line will support reliability in the North, foster growth, and power communities north of Dryden." He added: "We continue to develop these projects in partnership with First Nations, ensuring they reflect local priorities and support economic reconciliation."

The provincial government has designated the project as a priority, accelerating the regulatory process through the Ontario Energy Board. Minister Lecce noted: "We are accelerating the construction of transmission lines to power new mines, strengthen energy security, and create good-paying jobs. Ontario's plan will unlock over 5,800 high-wage jobs and unleash $830 million (CAD $1.14 billion) in economic potential."

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