Sweet Gas Pipeline Expansion on Sunchild First Nation Reserve
Official title: Proposed Pipeline from 11-06 to 03-02-043-10W5M in Sunchild First Nation Reserve
TAQA North Ltd wants to build a 3.7 km pipeline on Sunchild First Nation reserve land in Alberta. The pipeline would connect two new gas wells to an existing wellsite. It would carry sweet gas (natural gas without toxic hydrogen sulfide).
Why This Matters
Live on or near Sunchild First Nation reserve? This pipeline would cross 5.36 hectares of reserve land. Construction could affect local roads and land use. The project expands existing gas extraction on Indigenous territory.
What Could Change
If approved, TAQA North Ltd could build a 15-metre wide pipeline corridor across reserve land. Two new gas wells would be connected to the existing infrastructure. The project would expand gas production in the area.
Key Issues
- Should the pipeline be approved to cross Sunchild First Nation reserve land?
- What are the impacts of expanding gas extraction on reserve territory?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.