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The Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project is a First Nations-majority owned transmission system in northwestern Ontario designed to connect remote communities to the provincial grid. Led by 24 First Nations in partnership with Fortis, the project is transforming energy access, reducing diesel reliance, and enabling long-term community development.

The Sanjgon Battery Energy Storage Project is an 80 MW grid-scale battery facility in Ontario developed by Boralex in partnership with Walpole Island First Nation. Formerly known as the Tilbury project, Sanjgon supports grid reliability while demonstrating meaningful Indigenous partnership in energy storage infrastructure.

The Oneida Battery Energy Storage Project is a 250 MW grid-scale battery facility in Ontario with First Nation equity ownership. The project is a landmark example of Indigenous participation in large-scale energy storage infrastructure.

Explore how Indigenous partners are powering Canada’s energy transition through growing participation in battery energy storage systems.