Should Hydro-Québec Add a Third Turbine to the Sainte-Marguerite-3 Dam?
Official title: Adding Capacity to Sainte-Marguerite-3 Generating Station Project Public Notice Participant Funding Available
Hydro-Québec wants to install a third turbine at its existing dam near Sept-Îles, Quebec. This would boost the station's power output. The federal government is assessing environmental impacts and offering funding to help people participate in the review.
Why This Matters
Live near Sept-Îles or on the Côte-Nord? This project could affect local waterways and wildlife. Indigenous communities in the area have a direct stake in how this expansion proceeds. Even if you're far away, this is part of Quebec's push to generate more clean energy.
What Could Change
If approved, Hydro-Québec could add a third generating unit and build an underground penstock at the existing dam. The federal impact assessment will determine what environmental conditions must be met before construction can proceed.
Key Issues
- What environmental impacts could the expansion have on local waterways and ecosystems?
- How will Indigenous communities be consulted and their concerns addressed?
How to Participate
- Review the Initial Project Description summary to understand what's being proposed.
- Visit the project home page on the Registry to submit comments and apply for participant funding.
- Contact the Participant Funding Program at fp-paf@iaac-aeic.gc.ca or call 1-866-582-1884 for help with your application.