Annual Road Maintenance at CFB Suffield Military Base
Official title: 2026 Road Repairs – Suffield Industry Range Control Ltd (SIRC) - Canadian Forces Base Suffield
The military's contractor wants to do routine road repairs at Canadian Forces Base Suffield in Alberta. This includes fixing potholes, replacing culverts, and cleaning cattle guards. It's standard annual maintenance to keep base roads safe and passable.
Why This Matters
This is routine maintenance on a military base in rural Alberta. Unless you work at CFB Suffield or live nearby, this won't affect your daily life. The consultation is mainly about ensuring the work doesn't harm the local environment.
What Could Change
If approved, the contractor can proceed with grading roads, replacing damaged culverts, and cleaning Texas gates throughout 2026. Environmental conditions may be attached to protect wildlife habitat on the base.
Key Issues
- Will the road repairs affect wildlife or natural habitat at CFB Suffield?
- Are there environmental concerns with culvert replacement and hydrovac excavation?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.