WINNIPEG — The federal government has approved the proposed $453-million Manitoba-Minnesota power transmission project. “Obviously we are pleased that the federal government has approved the (Manitoba-Minnesota Transmission Project),” Hydro spokesperson Bruce Owen said Friday. The federal department also said the government has ordered the board to amend five project conditions in order to respond to concerns raised by Indigenous groups during the consultation process. As well, a terrestrial and cultural studies initiative will be created to support Indigenous-led studies on issues related to the project. Owen said the initial goal was to have the project completed by June 2020, but the construction schedule will depend on weather conditions.

Source: National Post June 14, 2019 13:52 UTC