Historical Events tagged with "labrador"
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Inauguration of Churchill Falls Hydroelectric Project
The Churchill Falls Generating Station, the largest single-site hydroelectric power project in Canada, was inaugurated in Newfoundland and Labrador. This monumental project, which began construction in 1967, was developed by the Churchill Falls (Labrador) Corporation Limited. It featured fourteen turbines with a combined capacity of 5,428 megawatts, symbolizing a significant leap in harnessing renewable energy sources in the country. The station is nestled in the remote wilderness of Labrador, where the Churchill River flows, making it a pivotal asset for both regional energy demands and exports.
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