2355 Niagara River Py

Queenston-Chippawa Hydro-Electric Development

DesignatedNiagara Falls, Ontario · Register as of September 22, 2026

Is it a heritage property?

Yes. 2355 Niagara River Py, Niagara Falls is designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.

Designation is the strongest protection under the Act and is not affected by the January 1, 2027 deadline. Source: City of Niagara Falls — Heritage Properties, as of September 22, 2026.

At a glance

Lot area: 5,408,361 m² (540.84 ha)
Location: Matched to the municipal address

This generating station, built between 1917 and 1922, was considered the world’s first true hydroelectric megaproject. Its massive scale required the use of construction equipment, power conversion units, and a power canal of an unprecedented magnitude. The Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario was responsible for this feat of engineering. Under the chairmanship of Sir Adam Beck, it expanded the plant’s…Statement of cultural heritage value, from City of Niagara Falls — Heritage Properties · full text at the source

Building details from the municipality's register unless marked otherwise.

Condition on the ground

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A vacant or neglected heritage building can be reported to the municipality's property standards or by-law office (311 in most cities). Photos must be taken from public property and must not show people.

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History on this site

October 5, 2026First recorded as designated

Other heritage properties on this street

Source: City of Niagara Falls — Heritage Properties, as of September 22, 2026.

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