Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 46 minutes ago
Step back in time with this captivating black and white silent film showcasing the construction of the Slave Falls Generating Station in 1929, a pivotal moment in Manitoba's hydroelectric history. This rare archival footage offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering feats and labor that powered the development of one of Manitoba Hydro'searliest hydroelectric projects on the Winnipeg River.
Watch as workers brave the elements, operate vintage machinery, and lay the foundation for a facility that continues to generate energy nearly a century later. This historical documentary is a tribute to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who helped shape Canada's energy infrastructure.
Read the full story on our website:
hydro.mb.ca/articles/2025/11/salisbury-house-vs-slave-falls-generating-station
Step back in time with this captivating black and white silent film showcasing the construction of the Slave Falls Generating Station in 1929, a pivotal moment in Manitoba's hydroelectric history. This rare archival footage offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering feats and labor that powered the development of one of Manitoba Hydro'searliest hydroelectric projects on the Winnipeg River.
Watch as workers brave the elements, operate vintage machinery, and lay the foundation for a facility that continues to generate energy nearly a century later. This historical documentary is a tribute to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who helped shape Canada's energy infrastructure.
Read the full story on our website:
hydro.mb.ca/articles/2025/11/salisbury-house-vs-slave-falls-generating-station
