Closed
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (Federal)
The Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority wants to widen and extend roads leading to the Port of Oshawa's East Wharf. Farewell Street would double from 2 to 4 lanes for 200 metres, with extensions to both Farewell Street and Harbour Road. An existing...
Why This Matters: Live near the Port of Oshawa? This project means more truck traffic on wider roads. The multi-use trail you might walk or bike on will be moved somewhere else. Construction will also bring new streetlights, fencing, and security cameras to the area.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Nekaneet Cree Nation wants to build a new firehall after their previous one burned down in 2022. Right now, the nearest fire services are 30 minutes away in Maple Creek. The new building would go near the school and band office, with two truck...
Why This Matters: This is about community safety for Nekaneet Cree Nation members. Without a local firehall, emergency response times are dangerously long. A 30-minute wait for fire services can mean the difference between saving a home and losing everything.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Montreal Port Authority (Federal)
Montréal-Est wants to fix a crumbling 100-metre stretch of shoreline at Hôtel-de-Ville Park along the St. Lawrence River. The old retaining wall is unstable and causing erosion. The city plans to replace it with a mix of rock reinforcement and...
Why This Matters: Use this park? The southeastern section will be closed during construction from August to October 2025. Live nearby? The work aims to stop erosion that's been making the shoreline dangerous. The project also adds native plants and trees to help local wildlife.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Lac Seul First Nation wants to prepare 15 lots for future housing. The work includes clearing land, installing drainage, building driveways, and connecting utilities. Each lot would be about 186 square metres.
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs in an Indigenous community. For Lac Seul First Nation members, it means 15 new homes could be built. It's part of broader efforts to improve living conditions on reserves.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Nipissing First Nation wants to build 20 new homes on their land near North Bay. The project would clear about 3 hectares of forest for houses, roads, and utility connections. This is a federal environmental screening under Indigenous Services...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs in an Indigenous community. If you're a member of Nipissing First Nation or live nearby, this development could affect local infrastructure and the natural environment.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Informational
Waterloo Region, ON
Waterloo is rebuilding Fountain Street from Young Street West to Spring Street West. The project includes replacing sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and watermains, plus full road reconstruction with new sidewalks. Construction is planned to start in...
Why This Matters: Live on Fountain Street or nearby? Expect road closures and detours during construction. The upside: new pipes mean fewer water main breaks and better drainage. New sidewalks will make walking safer.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (Federal)
A non-profit society wants to build an accessible marina facility with gender-neutral washrooms, lockers, and seating areas. The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency is considering funding Phase 2, which includes a 126 square meter building and...
Why This Matters: If you use a wheelchair or have mobility challenges, accessible waterfront facilities are rare. This marina aims to make boating and waterfront recreation available to everyone. It could also boost year-round tourism in the area.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Fort Albany First Nation wants to build the first phase of a 100-lot housing subdivision to address a housing shortage in their community. This phase would prepare 32 lots with roads, water, sewer, and electricity connections. About 1.67 hectares of...
Why This Matters: Housing shortages in First Nations communities are a serious issue across Canada. This project could provide 32 new housing lots for Fort Albany families. It's part of a larger plan for 100 lots total.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
The Town of Banff wants to rebuild a section of Caribou Street from Lynx Street to Banff Avenue. The project involves replacing aging water, sewer, and storm drain pipes, plus upgrading electrical, gas, and telecom lines. The road between Lynx and...
Why This Matters: Live or work on Caribou Street? Expect construction disruptions and temporary parking changes. Local businesses may see reduced foot traffic during the work. Once complete, you'll have more reliable utilities and a safer intersection.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Indigenous Services Canada is building a transitional housing facility on Little Grand Rapids First Nation reserve lands in Manitoba. The building will provide emergency shelter, recreational programs, and support services for youth and their...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing and youth support needs in a remote First Nations community. For families in Little Grand Rapids, it means local access to emergency shelter and youth programs. The facility could help keep vulnerable youth safe and connected to their community.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
A private operator wants to add 12 cottages to the historic Dalvay-by-the-Sea Hotel in Prince Edward Island National Park. The expansion would include new driveways, access roads, and utility connections. Parks Canada is assessing the environmental...
Why This Matters: Love visiting PEI's national park? This project would change the landscape at one of its most iconic historic sites. If you've stayed at Dalvay or hiked nearby trails, the construction and expanded footprint could affect your experience.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Onion Lake First Nation wants to build a new community centre for child and family services. The 4,730 m² building would include counselling spaces, offices, a gym, and fitness facilities. New water, sewer, gas, and power lines would connect the...
Why This Matters: This project would give Onion Lake families a dedicated space for support services that don't currently exist. Kids and families on the reserve would have access to counselling, fitness programs, and community gathering spaces.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Membertou First Nation is building a new 70-lot residential subdivision over three years. The project covers 13.5 hectares and includes water mains, sewers, storm drains, roads, and site grading. This is an environmental assessment for the...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Membertou? This subdivision will bring 70 new homes to the community. Construction will happen over three years, affecting local traffic and land use. It's a significant expansion for the First Nation.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Atikamekw community of Manawan is planning a major expansion. The project would extend Pirew Street and build three new roads to create 91 residential lots, 12 industrial lots, and 1 commercial lot. About 18 hectares of forest would be cleared...
Why This Matters: This project would significantly expand housing and economic opportunities in Manawan, an Atikamekw First Nation in Quebec. For community members, it means more homes and local jobs. The environmental assessment ensures forest clearing and stormwater management are done responsibly.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Gitanyow First Nation wants to build 14 affordable housing units for Elders and their families. The two-story building would go on a vacant lot on First Avenue, near the band office and totem pole monuments. Construction is planned for spring...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs for Indigenous Elders in a remote northern BC community. If you're a Gitanyow community member or have ties to the area, this development could affect your neighbourhood.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
A construction company wants to build 84 apartments on the Skway Indian Reserve in Chilliwack, BC. The six-story building would go on land with young trees. Because the project might affect species at risk, the developer needs a federal permit under...
Why This Matters: Live near Chilliwack or on the Skway Reserve? This project could bring 84 new homes to the area. But it also raises questions about protecting wildlife on reserve land. If you care about housing supply or species protection in the Fraser Valley, this decision matters.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern