Transmission & Distribution

Provincial Transmission System

We maintain more than 12,212 kilometres of transmission lines. Transmission lines are designed to carry electricity over long distances, and operate at 72 kilovolts (72 kV), 138 kV and 230 kV. This extensive network is designed to serve Saskatchewan's large geographic area and widely dispersed population safely and reliably, while allowing for the import of power if needed, as well as the export and sale of surplus generation when possible.

• Generation interconnection to transmission system

Provincial distribution system

We maintain more than 142,843 km of distribution lines. Distribution lines normally operate at 25 kilovolts (25 kV) or below. With Saskatchewan's large rural population, We supply about three customers per circuit kilometre, while most utilities in North American average about 12 customers over the same distance.

• Saskatchewan electrical system map
• Electricity from the generating plant to you

Future transmission line development

New investment in a safe, reliable, and high-quality transmission system will play a critical role in the province’s future. We communicate on an ongoing basis to stakeholders our long-term forecasts of load growth that assesses system reliability, identifies potential future needs and potential deficiencies, and outline our general plans for improvement, reinforcement and rebuilding of the provincial electrical system.

Building new transmission lines where needed, along with rebuilding or upgrading existing lines, helps us to meet growing demand; enhance system reliability; reduce line losses, which reduces operating costs; and support our compliance with North American regulatory standards.