Boralex Inc. and its partner, the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (SNGRDC), have announced that the Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park has been recognized with the Innovative Canadian Clean Power Project of the Year award by the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA).
The award was presented at the CanREA Gala during the Electricity Transformation Canada Annual Conference & Exhibition in Toronto, which celebrates projects and organizations that demonstrate innovation, leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage sectors.
Located in Haldimand County, Ontario, the Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park is set to become Canada’s largest battery storage facility upon completion, offering 300 MW / 1.2 GWh of flexible capacity to the provincial electricity grid. The project sets a new benchmark for large-scale energy storage and illustrates the value of equitable Indigenous partnerships and adaptive land reuse in the clean energy sector.
Matt Jamieson, President and CEO of SNGRDC, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating that the award underscores the impact of meaningful collaboration in advancing Canada’s clean energy future. He highlighted that the Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park demonstrates the potential of battery energy storage to deliver clean, reliable, and lasting benefits to Ontario’s energy grid and sets the stage for future opportunities to expand this technology.
Patrick Decostre, President and CEO of Boralex, noted that the award reflects the strong partnership between Boralex and SNGRDC and their shared commitment to advancing low-carbon, reliable, and inclusive energy solutions. He emphasized that collaboration and innovation in projects like Hagersville are essential for accelerating Canada’s energy objectives while generating long-term benefits for local communities and the electricity grid.
Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO of CanREA, commented on the significance of the project, explaining that it strengthens Ontario’s electricity grid and supports households, communities, and industries. She noted that by combining robust technology with partnership and reconciliation, the Hagersville project exemplifies how energy infrastructure can be both technically transformative and socially responsible.
In addition to its technical achievements, the Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park serves as a model for inclusive development, creating local employment opportunities and generating long-term economic benefits. The project highlights the important role of Indigenous energy leaders like SNGRDC in leading Canada’s clean energy transition. The Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park demonstrates how scale, innovation, and inclusion can come together to create a resilient and equitable energy future, setting an example for future energy storage projects across Canada.
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