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May 17, 2026
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What about endangered turtles? As Ontario fast-tracks transmission line, environmental questions emerge
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Article Excerpt
Ontario's plans to fast-track a major new transmission line between Barrie and Sudbury is raising eyebrows about the possible impact on the environment. Advocates are questioning how the project — a 500-kilovolt line by Hydro One — could affect wetlands, lakes, wildlife habitat and species at risk.
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