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Hydro One has made progress on three power lines to improve Greater Sudbury's connections to Ontario's power grid. A co-operation agreement was signed with eight First Nations for two transmission lines: the North Shore Link (105 km, 230 kV) and the Northeast Power Line (200 km, 500 kV).

The Barrie to Hanmer line (500 kV, 270 km) has also been fast-tracked for completion by 2032, aiming to deliver up to 1,500 megawatts to the north. These projects, with investments from First Nations, are expected to enhance regional power supply and support future energy demands due to anticipated mine openings and industrial growth in Northern Ontario.