Construction begins for new transmission line in southern Manitoba

In 2026, Manitoba Hydro moved into the next phase of a transmission system expansion in southern Manitoba, marking an important step in supporting the future growth of communities in the area.

This phase includes construction of a new transmission line that will serve customers in the Portage la Prairie and Brandon areas, with a target in-service date of August 2028. In 2025, Manitoba Hydro completed construction of a new electrical station, Wash’ake Mayzoon station, which marked the end of phase one of the planned expansion. The transmission line will connect Wash’ake Mayzoon to the Dorsey converter station northwest of Winnipeg.

This planned expansion will help ensure homes and businesses in southern Manitoba continue to have the safe, reliable power they need as the community continues to grow.

By strengthening electrical infrastructure today, Manitoba Hydro is enabling new business and residential development, supporting the local economy and meeting increasing energy demands for years to come.

The first phase of transmission system expansion was completed in 2025. Phase two includes the construction of a new transmission line.