Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Peepeekisis Cree Nation wants to build a 7,600 square-foot youth centre on their reserve in Saskatchewan. The facility would offer preventive services for children and youth, including cultural programs and residential rooms. Environmental...
Why This Matters: This project aims to support Indigenous youth through cultural connection and preventive care. For Peepeekisis community members, it could mean local access to youth services and cultural programming. The centre is designed to last 30+ years, serving future generations.
Environmental Assessment
Education
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
James Smith Cree Nation wants to build a new early childhood facility on reserve. The 900 m² building would house both an Aboriginal Headstart program and a daycare, plus an Elder/Culture room and outdoor play areas. This is an environmental...
Why This Matters: This project would expand childcare and early learning options for families in James Smith Cree Nation. The facility includes space for cultural programming with Elders, connecting children to their heritage. If you're a community member or have ties to the area, this affects local services.
Environmental Assessment
Education
Indigenous & Northern
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
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
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Marten Falls First Nation wants to switch 24 community buildings from electric to oil heating. Why? Their power grid can't handle the current load, and they need to connect new buildings like a detox centre and healing lodge. This temporary fix...
Why This Matters: This project addresses critical infrastructure needs in a remote First Nation community. Reliable heating and power are essential for health services, housing, and community wellbeing. The new detox centre and healing lodge depend on this upgrade going forward.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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)
ATCO wants to build a 5.1 km natural gas pipeline on Blood Tribe 148 Reserve Lands in Alberta. The project would bring gas service to existing homes and commercial buildings near the Kainai Forage Development. Installation involves drilling...
Why This Matters: Live on Blood Tribe 148 Reserve? This project could bring natural gas to your home or business. The pipeline crosses wetlands and habitat for prairie birds like golden eagles and ferruginous hawks. If you're concerned about construction impacts or wildlife, this is your chance to weigh in.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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)
Red Earth Cree Nation wants to build a new daycare and Head Start facility next to their existing Health Center. The 1,200 m² building would serve about 92 children, from infants to preschool age. The project needs new water and sewer connections to...
Why This Matters: This project would provide early childhood education for nearly 100 children in the Red Earth Cree Nation community. For families on reserve, accessible childcare means parents can work or pursue education. Quality early learning programs help children succeed in school later.
Environmental Assessment
Education
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Pelican Lake First Nation wants to build a facility for child and family prevention services on their land in Saskatchewan. The project includes a 6,000 square foot service building and a storage building for buses and equipment.
Why This Matters: This project would bring child and family support services directly to the community. Right now, families may have to travel off-reserve to access these services. For Pelican Lake First Nation members, this means culturally appropriate support closer to home.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
An oil and gas company wants to conduct 3D seismic exploration on Frog Lake First Nation lands in Alberta. They're requesting a variance because the area has extensive wetlands, muskegs, and beaver flood areas. The program would use low-impact...
Why This Matters: Live on or near Frog Lake First Nation? This seismic program could affect local wetlands and wildlife habitat. The area has sensitive ecosystems including muskegs and beaver flood areas that could be disturbed.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
York Factory First Nation wants to build a private airstrip near their community in northeastern Manitoba. The 1,530-metre runway would serve emergency services, improve access to traditional territory, and support tourism. The project site is about...
Why This Matters: This project matters most to York Factory First Nation members and nearby communities. Better air access means faster emergency response times in a remote area. It could also open up tourism opportunities at the historic site where the Hudson's Bay Company once operated.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
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
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