Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Peters First Nation wants to build flood protection along the Fraser River on Peters Island. The project includes 10 rock barriers to prevent erosion and upgrades to water control structures. To offset impacts on fish, they'll create new ponds and...
Why This Matters: This project protects a First Nation community from flooding. It also creates new salmon habitat in the Fraser River system. If you care about Indigenous infrastructure or salmon conservation in BC, this matters.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to cover up decades of wood waste sitting on the sea floor in Esquimalt Harbour. Old logging and sawmill operations left debris that's now releasing toxic byproducts and harming marine life. The plan is to...
Why This Matters: Live near Esquimalt Harbour or care about BC's marine ecosystems? This project aims to restore the sea floor after decades of industrial damage. Healthier bottom-dwelling creatures mean a healthier food chain for local fish and wildlife.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Planned
Waterloo Region, ON
The City of Waterloo is planning to reconstruct and urbanize two roads in the city's west end. Beaver Creek Road (from north of Laurelwood Drive to Conservation Drive) and Conservation Drive (from Snowcrest Place to Roy Schmidt Road) will be...
Why This Matters: Live on or near these roads? Construction will affect your daily commute and access to your home. Even if you don't live nearby, these roads connect residential areas—expect detours when work begins.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Big Island Lake Cree Nation wants to build a new facility to support families and children. The centre would offer counselling, mental health services, access to Elders, and traditional teachings. It includes a main building, sweat lodge, outdoor...
Why This Matters: This project would bring culturally appropriate family services directly to the Big Island Lake Cree Nation community. Families could access mental health support, Elder guidance, and land-based learning without leaving their community.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
BC wants to replace a 70-year-old bridge on the Trans-Canada Highway between Spences Bridge and Lytton. The old bridge crosses Sackum Creek and a railway line, and it's worn out. Part of the work will happen on Sackum and Gulada Indian Reserve...
Why This Matters: Drive the Trans-Canada through BC's interior? This bridge keeps that route open. The project also affects two First Nations reserves and species at risk in the area. If you live nearby or use this highway, the construction could affect your commute.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The O'Chiese First Nation wants to replace an aging bridge over the Baptiste River on their reserve near Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. The new bridge would handle 100-year floods and include about 1 km of road improvements. This is the community's...
Why This Matters: This project matters most to O'Chiese First Nation members who depend on this bridge daily. It's their lifeline to Rocky Mountain House for groceries, medical appointments, and emergencies. If you live nearby or care about Indigenous infrastructure, this affects how the community connects to...
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
West Moberly First Nation needs better water treatment. Their current system can't handle the lake's seasonal turbidity, and harmful byproducts have been found in the drinking water. The plan is to build a new treatment facility with modern...
Why This Matters: This is about safe drinking water for an Indigenous community. The current system lets harmful chemicals form in the water supply. For West Moberly residents, this upgrade means cleaner, safer water from their taps.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
National Capital Commission (Federal)
Camp Fortune wants to build a new lodge for ski instructors on federal land in Gatineau Park. The project involves demolishing an old first aid station and constructing a 330 square metre building at the edge of the parking lot and forest. Some...
Why This Matters: Ski at Camp Fortune? This won't affect your access—no closures or detours planned. But if you care about development in Gatineau Park, this is a chance to weigh in on building on federal parkland.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Indigenous Services Canada is cleaning up 17 waste sites on Beardy's and Okemasis Cree Nation reserve lands in Saskatchewan. The sites have accumulated household garbage, appliances, tires, and other waste over the years. The plan is to remove the...
Why This Matters: Live on or near the Beardy's and Okemasis reserve? This cleanup could improve local water quality and remove eyesores from the community. The project also sets a precedent for how waste sites on reserve lands get cleaned up across Canada.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Shoal Lake Cree Nation wants to build a small shopping centre on their reserve in Saskatchewan. The 4,200 sq ft facility would include a grocery store, restaurant, sports shop, and eventually a gas bar. The goal? Reduce the community's need to...
Why This Matters: This project is about economic self-sufficiency for an Indigenous community. Right now, residents have to travel to distant towns just to buy groceries or grab a meal. If you care about Indigenous economic development or live near Shoal Lake Cree Nation, this affects your neighbours.
Environmental Assessment
Economy & Jobs
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Arrow Technology Group wants to build two 45-metre telecom towers and install 80 km of underground fibre optic cable. The goal? Bring high-speed internet to every home in Whitefish First Nation and Kikino Metis Settlement in Alberta.
Why This Matters: Live in Whitefish First Nation or Kikino Metis Settlement? This project could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. That means better access to online services, remote work, and education opportunities.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Technology & Digital
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
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...
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.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Hydro-Québec wants to upgrade its power grid in Opitciwan, an Atikamekw community in northern Quebec, to connect a new forest biomass cogeneration plant. The project involves clearing about 4 hectares of forest, building a new sectioning post with a...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Opitciwan? This project could bring cleaner, more reliable power to your community. The shift from diesel to biomass means less pollution and potentially lower energy costs. Forest clearing and construction may affect local wildlife and land use.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants to build a new 42-metre wharf at the Barre-de-Cocagne fishing harbour in New Brunswick. The project includes dredging the basin and reinforcing the breakwater to protect against storms. Without these upgrades, the...
Why This Matters: If you're a fisher working out of this harbour, this project means more berthing space and safer conditions. The current access road erodes during storms, making the harbour less reliable. For the local fishing community, losing this harbour isn't an option.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Northumberland County wants to bring high-speed fibre internet to all homes on the Alderville First Nation Reserve. The project involves installing about 16km of underground and aerial fibre optic cable along Highway 45, Highway 18, and connecting...
Why This Matters: Live on the Alderville First Nation Reserve? This project could bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Better connectivity means easier access to online services, remote work, and education opportunities.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Technology & Digital
Closed
Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
The We Wai Kai Nation wants to build a 2 km gravel walking trail on the Quinsam No. 12 reserve near Campbell River, BC. The loop trail would connect the community to the Quinsam River and local services without needing to walk on roads with cars...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Campbell River? This trail could become a new walking spot for you. It's designed to be accessible for people with mobility challenges, kids, and seniors. The interpretive signs will share We Wai Kai traditional knowledge and local history.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation