New 102-Metre Telus Cell Tower on Skeetchestn Reserve

Official title: New Telus Communications Inc. Telecommunication Tower Project on Skeetchestn Reserve.

Closed Regulations & Permits Indigenous & Northern Technology & Digital
Telus wants to build a 102-metre cell tower on Skeetchestn First Nation reserve in British Columbia. The guyed tower would have six antennas providing cellular and data services to the area. More antennas could be added later as needed.

Why This Matters

Live on or near Skeetchestn Reserve? This tower could improve your cell service and data coverage. The 102-metre structure would be visible from surrounding areas.

What Could Change

If approved, Telus could build a 102-metre guyed tower with six antennas on the reserve. The tower could later be expanded with additional antennas for various radio services without further public consultation.

Key Issues

  • Should a 102-metre cell tower be built on Skeetchestn Reserve?
  • What are the visual and environmental impacts of the proposed tower?

Indigenous Consultation

This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.