New Fire Station for Lac Simon Anicinabe Community
Official title: Construction of a new fire station for Anicinabe community of Lac Simon
The Anicinabe community of Lac Simon in Quebec wants to build a new fire station to serve its growing population of about 2,000 people. The new station would go on land next to the current one, which will be repurposed.
Why This Matters
Live in or near Lac Simon? This project would improve fire response times for the community. It's part of ensuring Indigenous communities have the same emergency services as other Canadians.
What Could Change
If approved, a new fire station would be built adjacent to the existing one. The old station would be converted for another community use. This supports the community's infrastructure as it continues to grow.
Key Issues
- Should the new fire station be approved for construction on the proposed site?
- What environmental considerations apply to the project?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.