AltaLink

Osprey, which return each spring to nest in Banff National Park, often build their nests on transmission structures. This can cause an increased risk of fire or a power outage and poses a risk to the birds. When AltaLink discovered osprey nests along the transmission line between the Town of Banff and Lake Louise, it installed deterrents where needed, and built artificial nesting platforms in safer positions on the structures. These platforms provide better alternatives for osprey to nest, ensuring their safety and the reliability of the transmission system. You can learn more about the nesting platforms and AltaLink’s Avian Protection Plan—the first of its kind in Canada—in our 2023 Sustainability Report linked below. https://bit.ly/3zxtEqT

Today is Lineworker Appreciation Day, and we would like to recognize all of the hard work our AltaLink Field Operations team does to keep the lights on. With more than 13,000 kilometres of transmission line throughout the province, AltaLink’s lineworkers and field teams help provide safe, reliable, and affordable power 24/7, 365 days a year. From scaling heights to navigating challenging weather conditions, our field teams embody resilience and commitment, ensuring that electricity flows reliably to homes, farms, and businesses all across Alberta. Today, we extend our gratitude to our lineworkers and field operations teams. You are essential to keeping our communities connected to the grid.

We are proud to share that we secured financing for the Central East Transfer-Out (CETO) project from the Canada Infrastructure Bank/ Banque de l'infrastructure du Canada. With this financing agreement, our customers will save approximately $135 million over the 30-year financing of the project. The CETO project, which we will construct and own with ATCO Electric, will help us reinforce the transmission system in the region while providing capacity for 750 MW of new renewable energy to connect to the grid. This financing agreement allows for the strengthening of the transmission system at a lower overall cost for our customers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RYBz74 Photo (L to R): Gary Hart (President and CEO, AltaLink), Ehren Cory (CEO, Canada Infrastructure Bank), Nathan Neudorf (Minister of Affordability and Utilities), Melanie Bayley (President, ATCO Electric).

Did you know that last year we completed our largest restoration project to-date following 2023’s record-breaking wildfire season? With 254 structures damaged, we needed to act fast. As a transmission-only company, working alongside our utility partners is crucial in times of emergency. Our collaborative efforts resulted in the rapid procurement of more than 1,100 wooden poles—almost three times our normal annual requirement. You can learn more about our wildfire mitigation and restoration efforts in our 2023 Sustainability Report. https://bit.ly/3zxtEqT

At AltaLink, we are proud to provide millions of Albertans with safe, reliable, and affordable power every single day. But for us, it’s not just about what we do - it’s about how we do it. From our respect for the environment, to our commitment to our people and customers, to the way we hold ourselves accountable, we understand that it’s all connected. We have a lot of highlights from last year to be proud of, including delivering on our commitment to keep rates flat for five years, completing our largest restoration effort to date, and being recognized by Electricity Canada with a Reliability and Resiliency Award. You can learn more about these highlights and how we’re shaping a sustainable future in our 2023 sustainability report linked below. https://bit.ly/45Qrmz9

Thanks for the great season, @EdmontonOilers! What a fantastic ride. We're proud of you!

Today we recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day. Earlier this week we were honoured to welcome special guests from Tsuut'ina Nation, including Pipestem Kreek, to help us learn and celebrate Indigenous culture, achievements and traditions through song, dancing and storytelling. #NIPD2024

Today we held our annual AltaLink Pride crosswalk repaint! Dressed in our best painting gear, we took to the parking lot with brushes and rollers to get the crosswalk looking bright and beautiful once again. 🌈 #pridemonth

Today we held a workshop on the Traditional Teachings of the Medicine Wheel, in honour of National Indigenous History Month and as part of our ongoing celebrations at AltaLink. It was a privilege to participate in the workshop led by special guests from Tsuut'ina Nation, Benedict Pipestem and Elder Delphine Pipestem.

Today, in honour of Environment Week, we held our annual Environment Fair. It was an opportunity to highlight the work we do to reduce environmental impacts in our communities, and to welcome special guests from Mountain View Bear Smart, Calgary Horticultural Society, Birds of Prey and more!