Gas Well Expansion on Sunchild First Nation Reserve
Official title: Proposed Wellsite Expansion within 11-06-043-09W5M and associated Borrow Pit in Sunchild Indian Reserve
TAQA North Ltd wants to expand an existing wellsite on Sunchild Indian Reserve to drill two more gas wells. The expansion would add 0.73 hectares to the current site, bringing the total footprint to 2.22 hectares. A borrow pit for construction materials would use an existing pit location.
Why This Matters
Live on or near Sunchild Reserve? This expansion could affect local land use and the environment. Indigenous community members have a direct stake in how reserve lands are developed for resource extraction.
What Could Change
If approved, TAQA North could drill two additional gas wells on the expanded site. The project would permanently convert 0.73 hectares of reserve land to industrial use.
Key Issues
- Should the wellsite expansion be approved on Sunchild Reserve lands?
- What are the environmental impacts of adding 0.73 hectares to the industrial footprint?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.