Fortis Statement on Waneta Dam Agreement

08/01/2017 22:15 EST

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR - Fortis Inc. ("Fortis"), (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) has been given notice from Teck Resources Limited ("Teck") that BC Hydro has exercised its right of first offer to acquire Teck's two-thirds interest in the Waneta Dam. As a result, the purchase agreement between Fortis and Teck has been terminated and Teck is obligated to pay Fortis a break fee of approximately $28,000,000.

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