Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay nearly 37 km of underwater fibre optic cable across 12 lakes and waterways in the Muskoka region. The cables would bring high-speed internet to lakefront homes. This is a federal review of the project's potential...
Why This Matters: Live on one of these lakes? You could finally get reliable high-speed internet. But underwater cables mean construction activity in the water—something cottagers and year-round residents may want to weigh in on.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Technology & Digital
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
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada needs to repair the main breakwater at Rivière-au-Renard harbour in Gaspésie. Two breaches and significant erosion mean the structure no longer protects the harbour from Gulf of St. Lawrence storms. The project also...
Why This Matters: Live in Rivière-au-Renard or fish out of this harbour? The breakwater is failing. Strong storms already send waves over the top, threatening boats, harbour infrastructure, and nearby roads and buildings. Climate change is making waves stronger.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is rehabilitating a section of the Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough. The work includes fixing erosion damage along the canal banks from Lock 20 to McFarlane Street Bridge, stabilizing embankments, and sealing leaks at the historic...
Why This Matters: Use the Trent-Severn Waterway for boating? This project keeps the canal navigable. Live near the Peterborough Lift Lock? You'll see construction activity and landscape changes. The historic lift lock is a National Historic Site and local landmark.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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)
EcoRock Dalhousie wants to expand an existing quarry from 10 to 80 hectares near Heron Bay, New Brunswick. The project would also add a grinding mill to produce pozzolan, a material used in concrete. At full capacity, the site could produce up to 3...
Why This Matters: Live near Heron Bay or Campbellton? This expansion could mean more truck traffic, noise, and dust in your area. The quarry would grow eight times its current size. Jobs could come to the region, but so could environmental impacts on local waterways and wildlife.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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
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
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is planting native shrubs and deciduous trees on Sidney Island. The work focuses on the campground, radar field, and areas cleared for wildfire prevention. Fencing will protect the new plantings from damage.
Why This Matters: Camp on Sidney Island? You might notice new fencing and plantings in familiar spots. The restoration work follows recent wildfire risk reduction, so the landscape is changing. If you care about native ecosystems in the Gulf Islands, this affects habitat recovery.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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