May 22, 2024
Cornwall – Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre
(SHDVC) opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, May 21 for the 2024 summer
tourist season.
Located at 2500B Second St. West, on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Cornwall,
Ontario, OPG’s visitor centre showcases the rich history of the St. Lawrence Seaway
and Power Project as well as the communities and people affected. Whether you are
local, or travelling from out of town, the centre features many exciting and informative
interactive displays that make it a must-see tourist destination in the Cornwall area.
The SHDVC is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., May 21 through
Aug. 30, 2024. Admission is free.
Stay up to date on current hours of operation, and future events by visiting
www.opg.com/saunders, or by contacting the visitor centre directly at 613-932-4563.
Quick facts
- OPG operates the R.H. Saunders Generating Station in Cornwall. With a 1,045-
megawatt capacity, it is the second largest hydroelectric station in the province. - OPG operates 66 hydroelectric stations and 239 dams on 24 Ontario River
systems.
Quotes
“We are excited to announce the opening of the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre for
the 2024 tourism season.” Says Greg Geisler, Plant Manager at the R.H. Saunders
Generating Station. “The visitor centre is a space that enlightens guests about OPG’s
operations and tells the story of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project, an
engineering marvel constructed in the 1950’s that still provides significant contributions
to our economy today. It is also an inclusive, safe and educational space for tourists,
community partners and the public to meet and enjoy.”
About OPG
As one of North America’s largest, most diverse electricity generators, OPG invests in
local economies and employs thousands of people across Ontario and the US. OPG
and its family of companies are leading the development of new clean technologies,
refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to power the growing demand of a
clean economy. Learn more about how the company is advancing these initiatives while
prioritizing people, partnerships, and strong communities by reading OPG’s Climate
Change Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
(ED&I) strategy.
For further information, please contact:
Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre
2500B Second Street West, Cornwall, ON, K6H 5R6
Phone: 613-932-4563
Email: vcreservations@opg.com
Ontario Power Generation
416-592-4008 or 1-877-592-4008
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