Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
A developer wants to tear down a house at 418 Muskrat Street in Banff and build 10 townhouses in its place. The project includes demolition, excavation, construction, and landscaping.
Why This Matters: Live in Banff or nearby? This could change the character of a residential street. More housing units might help with Banff's tight rental market, but neighbours may have concerns about density and construction impacts.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Loblaw wants to build a Real Canadian Superstore on Tsuut'ina Nation land near Calgary. The site is at Buffalo Run, across from Costco. Construction would include a 9,240 square metre building with parking and loading areas.
Why This Matters: Live near Tsuut'ina Nation or shop in southwest Calgary? This could mean a new grocery option in the area. For Tsuut'ina members, it brings jobs and economic development to the Nation.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is repairing the wharf at Grosse Île, a national historic site in Quebec that commemorates Irish immigration. The concrete deck has sunk in several spots, creating drainage problems and safety concerns. Work involves demolishing the old...
Why This Matters: Planning to visit Grosse Île? Access to this historic site depends on the wharf. The repairs will improve safety for visitors arriving by boat. If you have ties to Irish-Canadian heritage, this site holds special significance.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
The Whitecap Dakota First Nation wants to build 2.7 km of multi-use trails connecting homes, schools, health facilities, and recreation areas. This is a federal environmental assessment for an Indigenous community infrastructure project near...
Why This Matters: Live near Whitecap Dakota First Nation? These trails could change how you get around. The project aims to make walking and biking safer for residents, especially kids getting to school and elders accessing health services.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Pelican Lake First Nation wants to build a new subdivision with 30 housing lots on about 9.4 hectares of land. The project includes clearing vegetation, installing utilities like water, sewer, gas, and power, building roads, and adding walking paths...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs in an Indigenous community. If you're a member of Pelican Lake First Nation or live nearby, this development could affect your community's growth and local environment.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Muskoday First Nation wants to build a 40-lot housing subdivision to address current housing needs and future growth on reserve. The project involves clearing about 17 hectares of land north of a future cultural center, installing underground...
Why This Matters: This project addresses the housing shortage many First Nations communities face. For Muskoday members, it could mean more families getting homes on reserve. The environmental review ensures the land clearing and construction won't harm local water or ecosystems.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Whitefish Lake First Nation wants to build a new administration building in Atikameg, Alberta. The 2,350 square meter facility would house Child & Family Services programs. Two contaminated sites nearby need further review before construction can...
Why This Matters: This project would give the community a dedicated space for child and family support services. The building includes green features like geothermal heating and solar panels. Nearby contaminated sites need assessment to ensure the location is safe.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Shoal Lake Cree Nation wants to renovate and replace teacher housing in their community. Eight units need work—four are in such bad shape they'll be replaced entirely. The other four need new plumbing, heating, electrical systems, and exterior...
Why This Matters: Teachers in remote First Nations communities often struggle to find decent housing. Poor living conditions make it harder to recruit and keep teachers. This project aims to give educators safe, comfortable homes so they can focus on teaching kids.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Saulteaux First Nation wants to build 28 new housing lots on their reserve in Saskatchewan. The project includes roads, underground utilities, and a new sewage pumping station. The site is currently pasture land about 3 km south of the community...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs in an Indigenous community. For Saulteaux First Nation members, it means more homes closer to home. It's also an example of how First Nations are developing their own infrastructure.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Canadian Forces Housing Agency (Federal)
The Canadian Forces Housing Agency wants to build ten new housing complexes at Garrison Petawawa. The project includes roads, parking, sidewalks, landscaping, and utility connections on existing military land.
Why This Matters: Military families at Petawawa often face housing shortages. More on-base housing could reduce wait times and improve quality of life for service members and their families.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Closed
Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
Tataskweyak Cree Nation wants to build a nearly 8 km paved pathway through Split Lake, Manitoba. The path would connect homes to community landmarks, with solar lighting and benches along the way. This is an environmental assessment for the project.
Why This Matters: Live in Split Lake? This pathway could make it safer and easier to walk or bike around your community. Solar lighting means year-round visibility, even during long winter nights.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Membertou First Nation is building a supportive living complex with two residential buildings and a treatment centre. The project involves clearing undeveloped land and installing water and wastewater services. This is a federal environmental...
Why This Matters: This project brings mental health and addiction treatment services directly to Membertou First Nation. For community members, it means accessing care closer to home instead of travelling off-reserve. It's part of addressing the housing and health service gaps many Indigenous communities face.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Westman Media Cooperative wants to bring fibre internet to every home in Sandy Bay, Manitoba. The project involves burying about 15 km of cable along Main Rd, Ridge Rd S, Lake Rd N, and Highway 261. Installation would use directional drilling...
Why This Matters: Live in Sandy Bay? This project could bring high-speed fibre internet to your home. Construction along Main Rd, Ridge Rd, Lake Rd, and Highway 261 may cause temporary disruptions while crews bury the cables.
Regulations & Permits
Housing & Communities
Technology & Digital
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
A developer wants to tear down a duplex in Banff and build a 24-unit apartment building in its place. The project at 332 Beaver Street would include excavation, new construction, utility hookups, and landscaping. Construction is set to start June...
Why This Matters: Live in Banff or nearby? This project could mean more housing options in a town where rentals are notoriously scarce. Neighbours may see construction activity for months. It's also a test case for how Banff balances housing needs with its national park setting.
Regulations & Permits
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Semiahmoo First Nation is planning to build 32 affordable housing units on their reserve in Surrey, BC. The project includes one- and two-storey homes, parking, utility buildings, and a playground on currently vacant land.
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs for Semiahmoo First Nation members. It's a local development, but it shows how Indigenous communities are working to provide affordable housing for their members.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Wabauskang First Nation wants to prepare 20 residential lots for future housing. Seven lots will fill gaps between existing homes, while 13 will be in a new development area on the northwest side of the community. The work includes clearing land...
Why This Matters: This project addresses housing needs in an Indigenous community. For Wabauskang First Nation members, it means more homes could be built where families need them. The environmental review ensures the work protects local land and water.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern