Ni Ti Mountain Wind

The Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project is a 200-MW Indigenous-majority-owned wind energy project located about 14 km south of Fraser Lake, British Columbia. The project is being developed, owned, and operated collectively by a partnership between Stellat’en First Nation, Nadleh Whut’en, and Innergex. In December 2024, the project was awarded an Electricity Purchase Agreement (EPA) under the 2024 BC Hydro Call for Power.

A project by Stellat’en First Nation and Nadleh Whut’en, for the community

On Yinka Dene territory, together Stellat’en First Nation and Nadleh Whut’en are leading the Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project. With Innergex as a partner, this wind project will generate lasting benefits for the community. The partnership is also committed to realizing the project in order to generate clean, renewable electricity while respecting the land, culture, and community.

The meaning of Ni Ti

The name Ni Ti, means “Road to the North,” in the Dakelh language.

Stellat’en First Nation

Stellat’en First Nation, located in the glacial basin between Fraser Lake and Vanderhoof, has a long tradition of forward‑thinking, community‑driven decision‑making. Stellat’en has identified several short and long term goals in their Economic Development Plan, which prioritizes seeking and promoting economic initiatives that enhance the quality of life and prosperity of Stellat’en members; developing diverse, environmentally sustainable, and profitable businesses that respect their history, culture, traditions, and the environment; exercising their inherent right to access natural resources within their traditional territory; and building the capacity of Stellat’en members to become successful entrepreneurs.

Stellat’en independently identified the Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project as a means of achieving these objectives and secured an Investigative Licence to assess wind energy potential, a vision that led to their 2016 partnership with Innergex. Today, as the majority equity holder (51%) alongside Nadleh Whut’en, Stellat’en contributes extensive land‑based and environmental expertise and aligns fully with the Partnership’s commitment to fostering strong, sustainable relationships with Indigenous communities. As a member of the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council—together with Nadleh Whut’en—Stellat’en also plays a key role in helping potential industrial partners understand the Aboriginal rights and title exercised in the region.

Nadleh Whut’en

Nadleh Whut’en is based near Fraser Lake 3 km west of the unincorporated town of Fort Fraser. Nadleh Whut’en are the “people who live where the salmon return” and are a proud community of Dakelh peoples (also known as Carrier). Nadleh Whut’en have lived on their traditional territory since time immemorial and are a part of the larger Yinka Dene (Carrier) Nation.

As an equity partner, Nadleh Whut’en is committed to a collaborative approach in negotiating with government and industry to ensure that their Indigenous perspective is well represented. They seek to find balance between environmental integrity, cultural preservation, and economic growth through the integration of modern environmental assessment techniques and traditional knowledge. Nadleh Whut’en actively engages in consultations to secure agreements that reflect rights and concerns, often resulting in more sustainable and mutually beneficial outcomes which balance economic needs with cultural sustainability.

Innergex

Innergex is a global leader in renewable energy, developing, building, owning, and operating hydroelectric, wind, solar, and energy storage facilities with a long-term vision. Guided by a commitment to sustainable development, the company strives to balance people, our planet, and shared prosperity, while being a trusted partner and neighbour in the communities where it operates.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Canada, Innergex has grown into an international force with operations in British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, the United States, France, and Chile. As the largest independent power producer in British Columbia, the company has over 20 years of experience delivering clean energy projects in the province, many in close partnership with Indigenous communities, demonstrating how renewable energy can create lasting community and environmental benefits.

If you have any questions about the Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d be happy to hear from you! Our email address: niti_mountain@innergex.com