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Turtle Island Power Inc.

Indigenous Leadership. Clean Energy. Lasting Impact.

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Turtle Island Power Inc. is a majority Indigenous-owned green hydrogen developer advancing the Kootenay Green Hydrogen Project, a proposed 100 MW facility powered by British Columbia's clean electricity grid.

Proposed electrolysis facility
100 MW
Kootenay region
Blewett, BC
Target commercial operations
2030
Indigenous ownership
51%+
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Our Story

Environmental responsibility and commercial success don't have to compete.

Canada's industrial and energy sectors are entering a period of transformation. Increasing environmental regulations, government incentives, and the growing demand for lower-carbon solutions are reshaping how organizations operate, creating a significant opportunity for commercially viable clean energy solutions.

Turtle Island Power Inc. was founded to help organizations navigate that transition through a commercially sustainable business model that delivers practical green hydrogen production, storage, and transportation infrastructure while creating long-term value for investors, industry, and the communities we serve.

As a majority Indigenous-owned, fully integrated green hydrogen supply chain, we're proving that environmental responsibility and commercial success can move forward together. Guided by Indigenous values of responsibility, respect, and long-term thinking, we're building a repeatable model that strengthens communities, supports industry, and creates lasting opportunity for future generations.

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Vision
To restore balance between people, industry, and the land by using innovation and stewardship to leave every community stronger than we found it.
  • Trust

    Built on integrity and accountability.

  • Progress

    Advancing clean energy and opportunity.

  • Respect

    Honouring land, community, and partnership.

Our commitment to community

  • Scalable Community Impact

    Designed as a scalable blueprint, our model can be replicated in Indigenous and rural communities, creating long-term jobs, apprenticeship opportunities, and a pathway for local talent to build careers in emerging clean energy industries. Each project is designed to leave communities stronger than we found them.

  • Community Investment That Lasts

    As a majority Indigenous-owned company, Turtle Island Power Inc. is committed to creating value that extends beyond the facility itself. By ensuring opportunity, investment, and long-term economic benefits remain within the communities where projects are developed, we help build stronger local economies that continue to grow for generations.

Our Voice

How we work.

  • Respectful

    We honour people, communities, traditions, and the land with humility, allowing our actions and relationships to speak louder than our words.

  • Purpose-Driven

    Every project is guided by a responsibility to leave our communities and the land better than we found them, creating lasting value for future generations.

  • Collaborative

    We believe the strongest solutions are built through partnership, bringing together Indigenous communities, industry, government, and innovation to create meaningful, lasting change.

  • Well-Researched

    We lead with research, experience, and informed decision-making, developing practical solutions grounded in technical expertise, market insight, and long-term thinking.

  • Strategic

    Every decision reflects careful planning, sound economics, and a long-term vision that balances environmental responsibility with commercial success.

  • Credible

    We earn trust through transparency, technical understanding, and a commitment to delivering practical, financially sustainable solutions.

The Opportunity

Meeting growing demand for practical, clean energy.

Hard-to-decarbonize industries need reliable, lower-carbon fuel without taking on the cost and complexity of producing it themselves.

  • Strategic Regional Advantage

    The Blewett site offers a rare combination of no-zoning riverfront land, access to clean electricity from the regional hydroelectric system, and proximity to industrial and transportation corridors, with future connections along the Highway 3 corridor between Vancouver and Calgary.

  • Energy-as-a-Service

    Instead of simply selling hydrogen as a commodity, the project offers long-term service contracts. Customers receive reliable hydrogen supply without having to build or finance their own production equipment, creating more stable, contracted revenue for the project.

  • Regulatory Tailwinds

    Environmental regulations are reshaping heavy industry. Turtle Island Power Inc. helps industrial operators reduce emissions, avoid carbon penalties, and capitalize on emerging clean energy incentives, turning regulatory challenges into long-term competitive advantages.

  • Commercial Sustainability

    Built on sound economics, strategic government incentives, and long-term planning, our business model is designed to deliver long-term returns by aligning financial performance with environmental responsibility.

Our Path

One integrated value chain, from clean power to clean fuel.

Turtle Island Power Inc. manages production, compression, storage, transport, and delivery under long-term Energy-as-a-Service contracts, giving customers a single, reliable pathway to cleaner energy.

  1. Step 01

    Electrolysis

    Hydrogen is produced from water using electricity from BC's clean, primarily hydroelectric grid. No fossil fuels are used in production.

  2. Step 02

    Compression

    Hydrogen is compressed to prepare it for safe storage and efficient transport.

  3. Step 03

    Storage

    On-site storage maintains a reliable supply for customers who depend on continuous operations.

  4. Step 04

    Transport

    Hydrogen is delivered to customers through an integrated, company-managed logistics operation.

  5. Step 05

    Clean Fuel End Use

    Local industry, commercial vehicles, and retail customers use clean hydrogen in place of higher-emission diesel fuels.

Powered by BC's clean grid

Electricity will come from the BC Hydro system, with the nearby Kootenay Canal Generating Station as a key regional source. The project is working with BC Hydro on formal transmission connection studies to establish a reliable, high-voltage supply to the site.

Key Differentiators

What sets Turtle Island Power Inc. apart.

  • A Majority Indigenous-Owned, Fully Green Hydrogen Supply Chain

    Indigenous stewardship shapes not only who we are, but how we make decisions, build partnerships, and create long-term value.

  • End-to-End Energy-as-a-Service Model

    From hydrogen production and storage to transportation and delivery, we provide a fully integrated clean energy solution designed to help organizations transition with confidence.

  • Financially Sustainable by Design

    Built on robust economics, government incentives, and commercial viability, our business model is designed to deliver long-term value while demonstrating that environmental responsibility and commercial success can move forward together.

  • Repeatable Community Development Model

    Designed as a scalable blueprint, our approach can be adapted to strengthen Indigenous and rural communities across Canada.

  • Strategic Regional Advantage

    Located in British Columbia's Kootenay region, near hydroelectric resources and regional mining operations, our project is positioned to support Canada's decarbonization goals.

Community & Partnership

Indigenous ownership, built in from the start.

Who owns the project?

The project is being developed by Turtle Island Power Inc., a majority Indigenous-owned company. Ownership is structured so that Indigenous partners retain at least 51 percent. At full external investment, residual ownership is shared equally between the Métis Founder and the Ktunaxa First Nation (27.5 percent each), with external investors limited to a maximum of 45 percent.

Proposed ownership at full external investment
Indigenous partners retain at least 51%
  • Métis Founder27.5%
  • Ktunaxa First Nation27.5%
  • External investorsUp to 45%

How the project benefits the Ktunaxa Nation and local communities

The project is designed to deliver long-term equity ownership, employment, training, and procurement opportunities. Engagement with the Ktunaxa Nation is based on free, prior and informed processes through the Nation's own institutions. Local benefits also include construction and permanent jobs, support for regional supply chains, and reduced reliance on higher-emission diesel fuels.

Environmental and community safeguards

The project requires environmental reviews, a Good Neighbour assessment of local road impacts, and ongoing engagement with the Ktunaxa Nation. Land acquisition itself is conditional on financing, feasibility, legal review, environmental assessment, Nation participation, and related due-diligence steps. The design prioritizes low-carbon production and long-term operational responsibility.

The Project is located within ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa. Any participation by the Ktunaxa Nation, including any residual equity interest, is subject to the Nation's free, prior and informed decision-making processes conducted through its own institutions.

Timeline

From development to regional hydrogen hubs.

  1. 2026

    Development[Pending confirmation]

    Land acquisition, BC Hydro transmission connection studies, engagement with the Ktunaxa Nation, and financing processes are underway.

  2. 2030

    Commercial operations

    Target start of commercial operations at the main production facility in Blewett.

  3. 2031

    Castlegar hub

    Planned retail commercial outlet in Castlegar.

Timelines depend on successful completion of land acquisition, financing, permits, interconnection, and partnership processes. All timelines and projections are subject to change based on regulatory, partnership, and financing outcomes.

Our Team

A focused team for a development-stage project.

Turtle Island Power Inc. brings together Indigenous leadership, financial oversight, hydrogen technology, safety, and logistics experience, with external engineering support engaged as the project advances.

  • Portrait of David J. Sedmak

    David J. Sedmak

    Métis Founder & Project Lead

    A Métis founder with hands-on leadership across oil and gas, mining, heavy construction, and large-scale industrial concrete construction. David leads strategy, capital formation, government relations, and Indigenous engagement for the Kootenay Green Hydrogen Project.

  • Portrait of Johanna Jean (JJ) McKellar

    Johanna Jean (JJ) McKellar

    Financial Department Oversight Officer

    JJ brings 25 years of experience in financial services and automotive credit, including banking and loan structuring, and oversees the company's financial foundation, controls, and use of funds.

  • Portrait of Dr. Mohammed M. Hussain, Ph.D.

    Dr. Mohammed M. Hussain, Ph.D.

    Principal Independent Consultant — Technical, Techno-Economic & Project Development

    A clean-energy scientist with more than 20 years of experience in hydrogen and fuel cell technologies across academia, national research, and industry. He is a former Ballard Power researcher with research experience at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), and holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Waterloo.

  • Portrait of Mark William McKellar

    Mark William McKellar

    Safety, Fire Prevention & Security Advisor

    A retired Captain of the Vancouver Fire Department, where he served from 1990 to 2022. Mark advises on safety, fire prevention, and security for the project, including industrial and wildland-interface risk, perimeter protection, and prevention systems from development through operation.

  • Russell Hunt

    Logistics, Good Neighbour & Operations Advisor

    Russell brings off-highway and on-road logistics experience across oil and gas, logging, and heavy haul, and supports construction logistics, road planning for the Good Neighbour assessment, and ongoing delivery operations.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kootenay Green Hydrogen Project?

The Kootenay Green Hydrogen Project is a proposed 100-megawatt green hydrogen production facility in Blewett, British Columbia. It will produce clean hydrogen using renewable electricity and water, supplying local industry, commercial vehicles, and retail customers through an Energy-as-a-Service model. The project includes two future hubs: a retail commercial outlet in Castlegar and a commercial vehicle and industrial terminal in Trail.

Why is this project located in the Kootenays?

The site offers a rare combination of no-zoning riverfront land, access to clean electricity from the regional hydroelectric system, proximity to industrial and transportation corridors, and a strong opportunity for meaningful Indigenous economic participation. The location supports both local supply and future connections along the Highway 3 corridor between Vancouver and Calgary.

Who owns the project?

The project is being developed by Turtle Island Power Inc., a majority Indigenous-owned company. Ownership is structured so that Indigenous partners retain at least 51 percent. At full external investment, residual ownership is shared equally between the Métis Founder and the Ktunaxa First Nation (27.5 percent each), with external investors limited to a maximum of 45 percent.

How does the project benefit the Ktunaxa Nation and local communities?

The project is designed to deliver long-term equity ownership, employment, training, and procurement opportunities. Engagement with the Ktunaxa Nation is based on free, prior and informed processes through the Nation's own institutions. Local benefits also include construction and permanent jobs, support for regional supply chains, and reduced reliance on higher-emission diesel fuels.

Is the hydrogen truly green?

Yes. The facility will produce hydrogen through electrolysis powered by British Columbia's clean electricity grid, primarily hydroelectric resources. No fossil fuels are used in the production process. The project also plans for responsible water use drawn from the Kootenay River under applicable environmental reviews and permits.

What is Energy-as-a-Service and why does it matter?

Instead of simply selling hydrogen as a commodity, the project offers long-term service contracts. Customers receive reliable hydrogen supply without having to build or finance their own production equipment. This model reduces barriers for industry and commercial users while creating more stable, contracted revenue for the project.

When will the project be operational?

Current planning targets commercial operations at the main production facility in 2030. The Castlegar retail commercial outlet is planned for 2031, and the Trail commercial vehicle hub and industrial terminal for 2033. Timelines depend on successful completion of land acquisition, financing, permits, interconnection, and partnership processes.

How will the project be powered?

Electricity will come from the BC Hydro system, with the nearby Kootenay Canal Generating Station as a key regional source. The project is working with BC Hydro on formal transmission connection studies to establish a reliable, high-voltage supply to the site.

What environmental and community safeguards are in place?

The project requires environmental reviews, a Good Neighbour assessment of local road impacts, and ongoing engagement with the Ktunaxa Nation. Land acquisition itself is conditional on financing, feasibility, legal review, environmental assessment, Nation participation, and related due-diligence steps. The design prioritizes low-carbon production and long-term operational responsibility.

How can interested parties learn more or get involved?

Qualified investors, partners, and stakeholders may request additional information under a mutual non-disclosure agreement. Media and general inquiries can be directed to Turtle Island Power Inc. The company is committed to transparent, respectful communication as the project advances through its development stages.

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