British Columbia · Power · updated October 12, 2026
BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment
A C$354M rebuild of the 500 kV stations that carry Peace power south, due Oct 2028.
- Province
- British Columbia
- Location
- Peace Canyon to Kelly Lake (500 kV corridor)
- Sector
- Power
- Owner
- BC Hydro
- Status
- Implementation phase (board-approved Dec 2022); no material changes in the Nov 2024–Oct 2025 reporting period
- Next milestone
- In service October 2028
- Disclosed cost
- C$354.0M authorized (BC Hydro) (source)
- Investment decision / approval
- 2022-12
- In service
- October 2028
- Other details
- Shunt reactors at Peace Canyon and Williston; series-capacitor controls at Kennedy and McLeese; new 500 kV control buildings
Why it matters for contractors and suppliers
High-voltage electrical, control-building and protection-and-control work on the corridor that carries Site C output.
It is bought by BC Hydro alongside the NCTL.
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Sources
Supplier registration: owner supplier page · B.C. public tenders. How we research: editorial standards.
Frequently asked
What is the status of BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment?
As of October 12, 2026: Implementation phase (board-approved Dec 2022); no material changes in the Nov 2024–Oct 2025 reporting period. Next: In service October 2028.
Who owns BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment?
BC Hydro.
How much does BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment cost?
C$354.0M authorized (BC Hydro).
What is the timeline for BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment?
In service: october 2028.
How do suppliers register for BC Hydro Peace to Kelly Lake Stations Sustainment?
Through the owner's supplier page: https://bcbid.gov.bc.ca/. Public-sector packages in British Columbia are also posted on the provincial tender portal.