Cat Lake First Nation 40-Lot Subdivision Development
Official title: Cat Lake First Nation - Subdivision Development Project
Cat Lake First Nation wants to build a 40-lot subdivision northwest of the Lawrence Wesley Education Centre. The project includes clearing land, building access roads, and connecting water, wastewater, and electrical services. Each lot would be about 1,200 square metres, with the total development covering roughly 48,000 square metres.
Why This Matters
This project would bring new housing and infrastructure to Cat Lake First Nation, a remote community in northwestern Ontario. For community members, it could mean more housing options and improved services. The environmental review ensures the development considers impacts on local land and water.
What Could Change
If approved, construction could begin on 40 new lots with full services. The community would gain new roads, water and sewer connections, and electrical infrastructure. Land clearing and earthworks would transform about 4.8 hectares of land.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental impacts of clearing 48,000 square metres of land?
- How will water and wastewater services be sustainably provided to 40 new lots?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.