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Production / Operations

Canada Nickel signs agreements with Hydro One

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Mar 09, 2026 · 17:40 CNC · 1.82 Canada Nickel Company Inc.
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Executive Summary

  • Canada Nickel Company Inc. has signed two agreements with Hydro One Network Inc. to commence detailed engineering and design work for the power connection of its Crawford nickel project.
  • The transmission line will connect the Crawford project to Hydro One's Porcupine station, utilizing infrastructure being built by partner Taykwa Tagamou Nation.
  • This step initiates the procurement of long-lead-time equipment and facilitates the path toward a final construction agreement for grid connection.

Key Details

  • Agreement Parties: Canada Nickel Company Inc. and Hydro One Network Inc.
  • Project: Crawford nickel project, located 42 kilometres north of Timmins, Ontario.
  • Scope of Work: Hydro One will commence detailed engineering and design work for the line terminal and station entrance at the Porcupine station.
  • Specific Inclusions: The scope includes facilitation, design, and procurement required to connect Crawford, along with associated engineering work.
  • Equipment: Procurement of long-lead-time equipment, specifically including a 230-kilovolt circuit breaker.
  • Next Steps: Upon conclusion of the engineering work, Canada Nickel will enter into a final agreement for Hydro One to commence construction activities at Porcupine to enable grid connection.
  • Transmission Path: The line connects Crawford to the Porcupine station, built via the previously announced project with Taykwa Tagamou Nation.

Notable Quotes

  • "Today's announcement with Hydro One represents an important step in advancing the Crawford nickel project. By initiating the engineering work required to connect Crawford via a transmission line to be built by our partner, Taykwa Tagamou Nation, we are laying the groundwork for reliable power delivery and continued progress advancing Crawford. This collaboration underscores our commitment to responsible development and partnership with indigenous communities as we advance one of the world's leading nickel projects." — Mark Selby, Chief Executive Officer
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