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29 October 2025

Apuiat Wind Farm: Commissioning of a Landmark Wind Energy Project in Québec

Boralex and the Innu Nation announce the commissioning of the Apuiat Wind Farm, a landmark project in Québec’s wind energy sector.

Located on the Nitassinan of the Uashat mak Mani-utenam First Nation and on public lands in Port-Cartier, on the Côte-Nord, Apuiat symbolizes the strength of partnership between Indigenous communities and a major player in the energy transition.

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A Major Wind Project for Québec

With its 34 Vestas V162 turbines rated at 6 MW — the most powerful ever installed in Québec — the Apuiat Wind Farm represents:

  • The first national energy project led by the Innu Nation, and the first wind farm on the Côte-Nord
  • The first major wind project commissioned in Québec since 2018
  • The first project developed by Boralex in North America since 2019

Among the Most Powerful Turbines in the Country

Each turbine contributes to strengthening Québec’s renewable energy capacity, marking a key milestone in the modernization of the province’s energy network.

Construction du parc éolien Apuiat
Vue aérienne du parc éolien Apuiat

A Landmark for the Côte-Nord Region

Located in an area with exceptional wind potential, Apuiat reflects the commitment to local and sustainable energy production while creating lasting economic benefits for the region.

An Exemplary Indigenous Partnership

  • An Unprecedented Collaboration Between the Innu Nation and Boralex : Initiated by the Innu Nation, Apuiat is the result of a 50-50 partnership between Innu communities and Boralex. This ambitious project overcame numerous political and technical challenges before becoming a reality.
  • A Sustainable Co-Development Model : Thanks to the dedication, agility, and collaboration of the teams involved, Apuiat now stands as a model of sustainable co-development and a source of collective pride.
Logo du parc éolien Apuiat

Tangible Economic and Social Benefits

The Apuiat Wind Project delivers real and measurable value for local communities:

  • 50% of revenues will be distributed to Innu partners
  • $1M in annual royalties over 30 years, shared between Uashat mak Mani-utenam and Port-Cartier
  • $19M in contracts awarded to Innu businesses
  • $13.8M in wages paid to Innu workers
  • 11 permanent local jobs created
  • 3 Innu technicians hired following the wind turbine maintenance training program

These figures highlight Apuiat’s contribution to an inclusive and sustainable energy transition that benefits all.

Valuable Learnings for the Energy Transition

The success of Apuiat is rooted in the strength of the partnership between the Innu Nation and Boralex. I am grateful for the work accomplished by our teams and proud of the quality of the collaboration and lessons learned from this project, which kicks off the wind energy revival in Québec.

Robin Deveaux
Executive Vice President and General Manager, North America

For us, the Apuiat project is a model of partnership and business aligned with our core values. Its commissioning represents much more than a milestone in our strategic plan and growth plan; it is a tangible example of shared value creation that we will continue to promote — and one that we hope will inspire the future of the energy transition.

Patrick Decostre
President and Chief Executive Officer

These lessons — both technical and human — will strengthen our ability to deliver future projects with precision and purpose, while consolidating our position as a trusted partner to local communities.

A New Milestone in Boralex’s North American Growth

The commissioning of Apuiat also marks a strategic milestone in Boralex’s growth in North America. It is our first commissioning since 2019, with several more to come by the end of the year:

Altogether, 560 MW will soon be added to our assets. At Boralex, we often talk about growth — today, we are experiencing it firsthand. These achievements are the result of our discipline, commitment, and team spirit.

About the Apuiat Wind Farm

The Apuiat Wind Farm, with an installed capacity of 200 MW, was jointly developed by Boralex and the Innu Nation.
Commissioned in October 2025 it exemplifies the partners’ shared commitment to Québec’s energy transition and the sustainable economic development of local communities.