Outages

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

Who we are

Wataynikaneyap Power developed, managed construction, and is now 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 the only Anishinaabeg and Anishininiwag-led transmission system that has been established.

About Us

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June 23, 2026

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Partnership

Ownership

Wataynikaneyap Power is majority 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.

 

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Our History

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Participation

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Operations

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Guiding Principles

Wataynikaneyap Power’s leaders established the Guiding Principles, endorsed by its partners, that set out expectations for the project’s development.

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Quotes from Leaders

“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.”

 

2015: THE LATE BILL SAINNAWAP, KI

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

 

2015: THE LATE JACOB STRANG, POPLAR HILL FIRST NATION

“Today, we see a future where there are jobs for our people, where our children can consistently go to school, where we can build, power, and live in new homes, and where there are business opportunities for even more growth.”

2018: DEAN OWEN, PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION

“Diesel generation was unsafe, unreliable, and inadequate to meet the needs of the growing community. Since connection, we have been able to connect a new school, police station, a number of housing and trailer units, and many building upgrades.”

2023: CORNELIOUS BENSON, NORTH CARIBOU LAKE FIRST NATION