Should a New Aerodrome Be Built Near York Factory First Nation?
Official title: York Factory First Nation Ten Shilling Aerodrome Project Public notice Participant Funding Available
York Factory First Nation wants to build a small airport along Ten Shilling Creek in northeastern Manitoba. The federal government is assessing potential environmental and community impacts. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous peoples and the public participate in the review process.
Why This Matters
Live in or near York Factory? This aerodrome could change how people and supplies reach your community. If you hunt, fish, or use the land near Ten Shilling Creek, construction could affect wildlife and water. Indigenous communities have a direct stake in how this project moves forward.
What Could Change
If approved, a new aerodrome would be built four kilometres south of York Factory settlement. This could improve access to a remote community near a National Historic Site. Environmental conditions may be attached to protect Ten Shilling Creek and surrounding lands.
Key Issues
- What environmental impacts could the aerodrome have on Ten Shilling Creek and surrounding lands?
- How will the project affect the nearby York Factory National Historic Site?
- What are the community benefits and concerns about improved air access?
How to Participate
- Review the Initial Project Description to understand what's being proposed.
- Apply for participant funding to cover your costs. Visit the project home page and click on "Participant Funding" or contact fp-paf@iaac-aeic.gc.ca.
- Sign up for notifications to stay updated on the assessment process.