Infrastructure Reimagined

For over 55 years, Pollution Probe has been at the forefront of protecting Canada’s air and water, working collaboratively with communities, governments, and industries to safeguard our environment. From combating acid rain in the 1970s to our current efforts to eliminate plastics from the Great Lakes, we have a proven history of making a tangible difference.

This year, as Canada accelerates its investment in nation-building infrastructure, we invite you to join us for a pivotal conversation. The 2025 Pollution Probe Gala, themed Infrastructure Reimagined, will convene forward-thinking leaders from across sectors to envision a future where a stronger, more sustainable economy and a healthy environment go hand-in-hand.

Join us for an evening of compelling stories, influential conversations, and high-profile networking as we highlight the people and projects redefining how we build a cleaner, more resilient, and prosperous Canada.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Location: The SteamWhistle Roundhouse
- 255 Bremner Blvd Bay 6, Toronto, ON M5V 3M9
Time:
- 5:00 PM: Networking Reception & Innovation Hall
- 7:00 PM: Gala Dinner & Award Presentation

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Award Recipient

Pollution Probe Honours Wataynikaneyap Power with the 2025 Award

Pollution Probe is pleased to announce the 2025 Pollution Probe Award recipient: Wataynikaneyap Power, a transformative, First Nations-led company that has brought clean, reliable energy to remote communities in northwestern Ontario. This monumental achievement in sustainable infrastructure and social equity stands as a powerful model for Canada’s future.

Ending Decades of Diesel Dependency

For years, 17 remote First Nation communities relied on diesel generators for their electricity. This system was not only environmentally unsustainable but also placed a heavy burden on the communities. The high cost of fuel, frequent power outages, and harmful emissions limited everything from education and healthcare to housing and economic growth. Schools would close, food would spoil, and community expansion was impossible as generators reached capacity.

A Line That Brings Light and Opportunity

Wataynikaneyap Power, which means “line that brings light” in Anishininiimowin, has fundamentally changed this reality. In an unprecedented partnership, 24 First Nations joined with Fortis Inc. to develop, construct, and operate 1,800 kilometres of transmission lines and 22 substations. Completed in May 2024, this project now connects 15 of the communities to Ontario’s electrical grid, with two more to follow.

The project operates under Guiding Principles that ensure deep respect for First Nation lands, rights, and way of life. This is not simply a utility project; it is a nation-building exercise. The majority-ownership structure guarantees that the 24 First Nations partners will build long-term equity, eventually assuming full ownership and ensuring economic self-determination for generations.

By replacing diesel, Wataynikaneyap Power has eliminated a major source of pollution, improved the quality of life, and unlocked immense potential for community prosperity. Pollution Probe is honoured to recognize this historic project for its outstanding contribution to environmental stewardship and its powerful vision for an equitable clean energy future.

Fireside Chat Keynote

Martha Hall Findlay, BA (International Relations), LLB, ICD.D

Director and Palmer Chair in Public Policy, School of Public Policy, University of Calgary; member of the Expert Group on Canada-U.S. Relations.

Martha Hall Findlay has been dedicated to shaping public policy for Canadians for many years. She served as chief sustainability officer and chief climate officer for Suncor Energy, and before that was president and CEO of the Canada West Foundation, where she developed a reputation for being non-partisan, objective, and pragmatic by advocating for public policy solutions based on thorough research.

As a Member of Parliament, she was a member of the Official Opposition shadow cabinet and served on several House of Commons committees as the critic for International Trade; Finance; Government Works and Public Services; and Transportation, Infrastructure and Communities.

As a corporate lawyer and senior business executive, she developed extensive experience in energy, telecommunications, sustainability, trade (international and internal) and global markets.

She was named a Canadian Climate Champion in 2021; a top global female oil and gas executive and one of the top 275 global women influencers; and was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal.

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