New Child and Family Services Building for Sturgeon Lake First Nation
Official title: Sturgeon Lake First Nation Child and Family Service Centre
Sturgeon Lake First Nation wants to build a new Child and Family Services centre on their reserve. The two-storey building would house programs for children and families, with a cultural room featuring exposed wood. The project includes a parking lot, storage garage, and connections to community water and sewer systems.
Why This Matters
This project supports Indigenous child welfare services delivered by the community itself. For Sturgeon Lake families, it means local access to programs without travelling off-reserve. The cultural room shows how the building will reflect community values.
What Could Change
If approved, construction could begin on the 1,900 square metre facility. The project would take up to 24 months to complete. New infrastructure would connect to existing community water, sewer, and utility systems.
Key Issues
- Environmental impacts of site excavation and construction on reserve land
- Connection to existing community infrastructure systems
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.