Power Benefits to North Expected

Ontario's northern development minister says the improvements to Hydro One's transmission lines will lead to a number of economic benefits for the northwest.

Yesterday, the province directed Hydro One to move forward on several project upgrades.

Michael Gravelle says the northwest will sure to benefit from the spending of over two-point-three billion dollars over the next three years.

"The upgrading of these transmission lines and network is going to make a real difference for new clean green energy," says Gravelle, "but also a solid baseload of power for projects that are ongoing."

Gravelle anticipates the upgrades will also lead to an expansion of new power projects in the region.