Planned Projects

Current Infrastructure Projects

Secord Lane: Distribution Extension

Scope: Mead Blvd to St-Joseph St
Status: Active Construction

We are currently extending the distribution line between Mead Blvd to St-Joseph St. This project creates a critical "loop" in our system, providing the flexibility to reroute power during maintenance and significantly reducing the impact of localized outages.

Upcoming System Investments

Syroid Street: Infrastructure Relocation

Timeline: Summer 2026
Location: Polojko Dr to Barrie St

This modernization project involves transitioning overhead power lines from private backlots to the street side.

Operational Priority: Moving infrastructure to the public right-of-way ensures our crews have immediate, unobstructed access for emergency repairs and routine maintenance.
Grid Resilience: New street-side equipment is more robust and easier to monitor, leading to faster response times.
Community Benefit: As a secondary advantage, this relocation clears backyard sightlines, eliminated the need for backyard vegetation removal, and enhances the overall neighbourhood aesthetic.

Subtransmission Upgrades: Second Avenue

Timeline: March/May 2026
Scope: Appleford Ave to Jean St

This phase involves the reconstruction of the subtransmission lines feeding the new Municipal Substation 5 (MS5). This "upstream" work is essential to support the increased capacity and modern technology of the new station.

New Municipal Substation #5 (MS5) Construction

Timeline: April/October 2026
Location: Second Ave

To ensure the long-term reliability of our local grid, we are replacing two aging substations—MS1 (built in 1960) and MS2 (built in 1970). After over 60 years of service, these stations are being replaced with a single, state-of-the-art facility.

Reliability: The dual-transformer design adds redundancy, meaning the system can continue to operate even if one unit is offline.
Advanced Monitoring: Integrated SCADA technology allows our control room to monitor performance and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
Modern Safety: The ground-level, pad-mounted design eliminates many exposed conductors, creating a safer environment for the community and our utility workers.

Clear Lake Drive: Infrastructure Replacement

Timeline: August 2026
Scope: Hwy 6 to 297 Clear Lake Dr

Involves the reconstruction of existing aging distribution infrastructure in the Clear Lake Dr area for improved reliability.