What is the Project?

The City of Medicine Hat is building a new electrical substation to support growing electrical demand in the southwest area of the city and surrounding region.

The project was approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) on April 25, 2025 (Proceeding #29734), allowing construction and operation at the previously identified Preferred Site. More information about the project is available in the AUC Decision document.

Construction Update

Update: August 2026

Construction began in June 2026 and ground work is nearing completion. As this phase wraps up, construction of the substation facility will begin. You may notice increased activity at the site, including more workers and vehicles. Crews may occasionally work on weekends and will comply with all applicable City Noise bylaws.

Delivery of major substation equipment is planned for this fall. Construction of the transmission line along Township Road 122 and Range Road 63 is expected to begin late this year and into 2027. We will continue to notify residents of any potentially loud work and any temporary roadway closures that may be required as construction progresses.

Click to view a map of the approved project components and construction access. The substation is anticipated to be in service in spring 2027.

How can you get involved?

Thank you to everyone who has participated in this project to date. Your input has helped shape the process.

The project team will continue to share updates and remain available to answer questions as construction progresses. We encourage you to sign up for email notices to stay informed about upcoming construction activities.

If you have any questions or concerns, or wish to review previous project materials, please contact our project team.