B.C. premier announces $470-million turbine contract for Site C dam
VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier Christy Clark has announced a $470-million deal for turbines and generators for the Site C dam, despite ongoing protests and court challenges against the controversial megaproject.
Clark was joined by Energy Minister Bill Bennett, BC Hydro CEO Jessica McDonald and industry and labour leaders to announce the contract on Wednesday.
She says Montreal-based Voith Hydro Inc. will design, supply and install six turbines, six generators and associated equipment.
The province says the contract is expected to create about 400 person-years of employment, a term referring to the amount of work done by an individual during a working year.