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Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Apr 10, 1963

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Manitoba's hydro boom drives expanding power demand

Manitoba faces growing electricity needs as population shifts to rural and urban areas and farm uses boost consumption. Northern river sites like Saskatchewan Nelson Churchill and Seal Rivers promise future gains, with Grand Rapids to add 330 000 kW by 1985.

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Manitoba's Role in National Power Grid

Provincial and federal talks on a national power grid spark wide media comment. The plan would move electric energy from power-rich provinces to markets in others lacking strong supplies, outlining a cross province system for Canada.

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Manitoba could be key power hub in national grid plan

Esas on the map shows Manitoba Hydro interconnections with Ontario and Saskatchewan may prove beneficial if scaled nationally. Experts warn long distances and knowledge gaps must be solved through studies funded over time. Manitoba’s central location and river power, especially Nelson River and Winnipeg River, position the province as a potential major future power source.

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Nel son River Named For Sail Master Of Sir Thomas Button

The Nel son River in northern Manitoba extends about 400 miles from the northern end of Lake Winnipeg to Hudson Bay. Discovered in 1692 by Sir Thomas Button, it was named for his sailing master who died on the outward voyage.

Manitoba Nelson Lake Winnipeg Hudson Bay Thomas Button

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