The energy infrastructure platform Hut 8 Corp announced on July 2 that its entity Far North Power Corp has secured crucial five-year capacity contracts with the Ontario Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). This development is expected to enhance revenue stability and position Hut 8 to capitalize on Ontario’s projected surge in electricity demand.

The contracts were awarded to Far North Power Corp – an entity formed by Hut 8 and Macquarie Equipment Finance – following successful bids in the competitive IESO Medium-Term 2 (MT2) capacity auction. According to a media statement, commencing May 1, 2026, these agreements cover 310 MW of nameplate capacity across Far North’s four natural gas-fired power plants in Ontario: Iroquois Falls, Kingston, Kapuskasing, and North Bay.

Under the terms of the contracts, Far North will receive a weighted average capacity payment of approximately $390 (CAD $530) per MW-business day in the first year, with provisions for partial inflation indexation that could lead to potential increases over time.

Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8, emphasized the strategic importance of these agreements. “Securing these contracts is a testament to the commercial and regulatory fluency of our power-native team,” Genoot stated. “It reflects our proactive approach to portfolio management and our focus on identifying value-accretive opportunities to maximize returns on our Power assets.”

Joshua Stevens, Managing Director in Macquarie Group’s Commodities and Global Markets business, echoed this sentiment.

“This milestone for Far North is affirmation of the business and our relationship with Hut 8. These contracts position the Far North power plants in Ontario for long-term relevance in a capacity-constrained power market, demonstrating the value we strive to bring as a capital provider,” Stevens stated.

The contracts offer several key benefits, including enhanced financial stability due to the transition from short-term seasonal capacity agreements to fixed five-year terms with a government-backed counterparty rated AA3 (Positive) by rating agency Moody’s.

Furthermore, the deal presents significant upside potential through additional cash flow from energy sales into the broader Ontario market. The IESO projects a substantial 75% electricity demand growth by 2050, with a potential capacity shortfall of up to 5.8 GW by 2030. This growing demand underscores the critical reliance on existing dispatchable assets like those operated by Far North Power Corp, solidifying Hut 8’s long-term strategic position in the energy sector.

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