Housing Lot Development for Lubicon Lake Band - Phase 2B-3
Official title: Lubicon Lake Band - Phase 2B and 3 Housing Lot Development
The Lubicon Lake Band wants to develop 26 housing lots in Little Buffalo, Alberta. This continues their community infrastructure project, clearing about 2,000 square metres per lot in a mixedwood forest. The work includes site prep, demolition, and connecting utilities like sewer, gas, and power.
Why This Matters
This project addresses housing needs for an Indigenous community that has faced decades of land rights challenges. If you're interested in how federal funding supports First Nations infrastructure, this is a concrete example. The environmental review process also shows how development and wildlife protection are balanced.
What Could Change
If approved, 26 new housing lots will be developed on Lubicon Lake Band territory. About 52,000 square metres of mixedwood forest will be cleared. Wildlife and nest surveys must be completed before construction begins.
Key Issues
- Should the housing lot development proceed given the forest clearing required?
- Are the proposed wildlife and environmental mitigation measures adequate?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.