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
National Defence (Federal)
The military needs to re-energize power lines at CFB Suffield in Alberta. Problem: endangered Ferruginous Hawks have built nests on those poles. The plan is to gradually move the nests—about 100 metres per year—onto a new artificial platform 450...
Why This Matters: Ferruginous Hawks are a threatened species in Canada. This project shows how military operations and wildlife protection can coexist. If you care about endangered species or live near CFB Suffield, this affects your backyard.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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
Saskatoon Airport Authority (Federal)
The Saskatoon Airport Authority wants to build a small solar farm on airport land. The 1MW ground-mounted facility would sit on undeveloped greenfield surrounded by industrial and commercial properties. Site prep includes geotechnical studies...
Why This Matters: Live near the Saskatoon airport? This solar project could change the landscape you see. It's a small step toward cleaner energy at a major Saskatchewan hub. The environmental studies will check for impacts on local wildlife and drainage.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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)
Indigenous Services Canada is building a water treatment plant and transmission lines for Eskasoni First Nation in Nova Scotia. The project connects three production wells to a new treatment facility. This is part of ongoing efforts to improve...
Why This Matters: Clean drinking water remains a challenge for many First Nations communities. This project aims to improve water quality and reliability for Eskasoni residents. If you live in the area or care about Indigenous water rights, this affects you.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
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)
Wahpeton Dakota Nation wants to build a new two-storey school for 160 students from Pre-K to Grade 12. The project includes playgrounds, sports facilities, and new utility connections. The current portable classrooms will be moved and the old...
Why This Matters: This project would give Wahpeton Dakota Nation students a proper school building instead of portable classrooms. For the community, it means better educational facilities and local jobs during construction.
Environmental Assessment
Education
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)
Peepeekisis Cree Nation wants to build a new wastewater treatment system to serve their community. The current lagoon can't handle future growth—by 2043, the community is expected to reach 1,237 people. The project includes two new treatment cells...
Why This Matters: This is about basic infrastructure for an Indigenous community. Clean water and proper sewage treatment are fundamental services many Canadians take for granted. The project ensures Peepeekisis Cree Nation can grow safely over the next 20 years.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Beaver Lake Cree Nation plans to build a new medical center on their territory. The project involves site clearing, installing water and sewer services, constructing the building, and paving a parking lot.
Why This Matters: This project brings healthcare closer to Beaver Lake Cree Nation members. If you live in the area or care about Indigenous health infrastructure, this affects your community.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Red Earth Cree Nation wants to build a Cultural Healing Center on undeveloped land near their school. The 1,250 m² building would deliver Jordan's Principle services to children up to age 18 on reserve. New water and sewer connections would tie into...
Why This Matters: This project supports Indigenous children's access to health and cultural services on reserve. Jordan's Principle ensures First Nations children can access the services they need without delays caused by jurisdictional disputes. Community members may want to weigh in on the location and design.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
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
ADM Aéroports de Montréal (Federal)
Montreal's airport authority wants to build a new surface parking lot with about 800 spaces at 400 Michel-Jasmin Avenue in Dorval. The site currently holds freight truck trailers and passenger buses. Construction includes repaving and installing a...
Why This Matters: Fly out of Montreal often? This could mean more parking options—or higher fees. Live near the airport in Dorval? Construction noise and increased traffic may affect your neighbourhood.
Environmental Assessment
Transportation
Closed
Transport Canada (Federal)
Sterling Fuels wants to upgrade its Windsor facility to handle biofuels alongside diesel. The work includes new rail offloading equipment, a truck station for biofuels, and piping to blend and distribute both products. Everything stays within the...
Why This Matters: Live near the Russell Street facility in Windsor? This expansion could mean more truck and rail traffic in your neighbourhood. The shift to biofuels is part of Canada's push for greener shipping on the Great Lakes.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
George Gordon First Nation wants to build a new sewage lagoon about 500 metres from their current one. The project includes a new access road and piping to connect to the existing sewage system. Once the new lagoon is running, the old one will be...
Why This Matters: This project is about improving basic sanitation infrastructure for an Indigenous community in Saskatchewan. Clean water and proper sewage treatment are fundamental services that many Canadians take for granted. For George Gordon First Nation residents, this upgrade could mean more reliable...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern