Ni Ti Mountain

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.

As a majority Indigenous-owned project with shared governance and decision-making, the Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project reflects an approach to development grounded in partnership and self-determination.

The project aligns with the spirit of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 92, which calls on corporations to adopt the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) as a framework for reconciliation and to apply it to decisions involving Indigenous lands and resources. It also reflects UNDRIP Articles 20, 26, 29, and 32, which affirm Indigenous peoples’ rights to pursue economic development and determine priorities for development on their lands.

By working together, the partners are demonstrating that conservation and clean energy development do not need to be in opposition. The Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project shows how reconciliation, conservation, and renewable energy can advance together.

The Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project studies guide decision-making to shape the best possible project layout, balancing archaeological, cultural, environmental, technical, and community considerations. By building on previously disturbed lands, supporting habitat restoration and engaging with local community, the project minimizes environmental impacts while honoring the land, Indigenous culture, and community priorities.

During operations phase (30 year EPA term), the project will deliver clean energy while supporting long‑term revenue sharing with Stellat’en and Nadleh Whut’en and providing ongoing tax contributions to the Regional District of Bulkley‑Nechako. In addition to these benefits, the region will experience economic growth through the creation of 250 construction jobs during the peak of construction and 5–10 permanent operational jobs, along with several contracting opportunities for local and Indigenous businesses. Through the integration of local procurement, employment opportunities, and community‑driven initiatives, the project bolsters community resilience and overall, well‑being.

A Range of Project Benefits

Long-Term Clean Energy for BC

The project will supply 200 MW of renewable wind energy, generating clean, local electricity for communities across British Columbia. This reliable energy source will contribute to provincial climate goals and provide environmental benefits for at least 30 years.

Sustained Local Economic Benefits

Over the 30‑years of operations, the project includes a revenue-sharing commitment with project partners, creating meaningful long‑term financial benefits.

In addition, the project will provide ongoing tax payments to the Regional District of Bulkley‑Nechako, supporting public services and regional development initiatives.

Job Creation and Local Employment

The project will generate job opportunities during construction and operations phases, with a strong focus on hiring local community members wherever possible.

During peak construction, the project will employ approximately 250 workers on site, generating significant short‑term employment.

Once operational, the project will support 5–10 long‑term jobs dedicated to Operations & Maintenance as well as contracting opportunities, ensuring stable employment opportunities within the region.

Support for Local & Indigenous Businesses

The project includes contracts for local and Indigenous businesses, creating opportunities for participation throughout construction and ongoing operations. This approach helps build local capacity, supports economic empowerment, and strengthens community partnerships.

Regional Economic Growth

By producing clean energy and sourcing locally whenever possible, the project contributes to regional economic growth, encouraging long-term business development and resilience across the area.

Environmental Stewardship & Habitat Restoration

Environmental responsibility is a core project value. The project minimizes land disturbance by thoughtfully selecting areas where there are synergies with previous and current resource activities (forestry, mining) or past forest fires. This reduces new environmental impact and ensures avoidance of old-growth forests and other sensitive ecological sites.

We are committed to habitat restoration initiatives, including:

• The Endako Chinook Enhancement Program, supporting salmon population health and recovery.
• Moose habitat enhancement areas, designed to restore and improve critical wildlife habitat.

Community Well-Being & Resilience

Beyond direct economic and environmental benefits, the project supports long-term community well-being. By generating local power, creating jobs, and contributing taxes and revenue-sharing, the project strengthens the overall resilience of nearby communities.

Advancing Reconciliation

A key pillar of the project is advancing reconciliation through Indigenous partnership and leadership. Indigenous communities play a meaningful role in the project’s vision, decision-making, and long-term success, helping build a collaborative model for clean energy development in the region.

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.

Current condition studies are underway to explore the natural, cultural, and community values of the Ni Ti Mountain Wind Project area. By combining desktop research, field assessments, and close collaboration with Stellat’en First Nation, Nadleh Whut’en, and local communities, the project team is creating a project that is designed, constructed, and operated in a manner that respects the land, wildlife, and cultural heritage while minimizing potential impacts.

• Terrestrial Ecology Existing Conditions Report
• Aquatics Existing Conditions Report

• Ni Ti Mountain Project Handout

• Winter 2026

• January 2026

• Learn more about employment and contracting opportunities

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