Alectra commits $11.45M for Barrie’s growing power needs
Alectra crews work to restore power in Barrie, Ont., in this file image. (CTV News)
Alectra Utilities has pledged a $11.45 million investment in infrastructure upgrades to improve the reliability of electricity services in Barrie.
"As the city continues to expand, Alectra is committed to upgrading and modernizing the electricity infrastructure to ensure consistent and dependable service for both residential and commercial customers," a press release stated.
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The power company has several projects planned for this year in Barrie, including updating old infrastructure like poles, transformers and switchgear to help limit disruptions and stabilize the power supply.
"By investing in innovative technologies and modernizing our infrastructure, we are not only reducing the risk of power outages but also enhancing the resilience of Barrie's energy grid to support future growth and development," said Chris Hudson, senior vice president of operations at Alectra.
The company will also upgrade substations with automated switches so that power can be restored quickly when there's an outage.
Overall, Alectra plans to spend about $297 million on capital improvements across its 17 service areas this year "to renew aging equipment and install new infrastructure to handle growing demand."
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