Canada Allocates $25 Million to Expand Taltson Hydro Project in N.W.T.

The funding aims to double hydro capacity, boost green energy, and support critical mineral development in the Northwest Territories.

The $25 million funding is part of the federal Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund, intended to enhance the Taltson hydro system.
The expansion will connect North and South Slave systems, providing backup support and linking 11 communities to the grid.
A new 60-megawatt facility near the existing Taltson site is planned, along with a transmission line to the Snare hydro system.
The project is a collaboration with Indigenous governments, ensuring their involvement in shaping its direction.
Officials highlight the project's role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and facilitating critical mineral resource development.