Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay fibre optic cables underwater in six lakes near Perth, Ontario to bring high-speed internet to lakeside homes. The project would install about 5.3 km of submarine cable across Barbers Lake, Bennett Lake, Black Lake, Otty...
Why This Matters: Live on one of these lakes? This could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Cottage owners and year-round residents have long struggled with poor connectivity in this area. The underwater installation means no new poles or overhead wires cluttering the shoreline.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Technology & Digital
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay fibre optic cables underwater in seven lakes near Kingston, Ontario. The cables would bring high-speed internet to lakeside homes in Knowlton Lake, Draper Lake, South Bay, Buck Lake, Battersea Lake, Little Cranberry Lake...
Why This Matters: Live on one of these lakes? This project could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Cottage owners and year-round residents in these areas often struggle with poor connectivity.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Technology & Digital
Closed
Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
The Whispering Pines First Nation is building a 470-metre pathway for walking and cycling on their reserve near Kamloops. This second phase connects the community hall, rodeo grounds, and residential areas. The project involves some excavation and...
Why This Matters: This project improves safe walking and cycling options for residents of Whispering Pines I.R. #4. If you live on or near the reserve, you'll have better access to community facilities without needing a car.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to replace the aging underground electrical system at Garrison Saint-Jean in Quebec. The work includes a new substation, transformers, cables, and electrical panels in several buildings.
Why This Matters: This is routine infrastructure maintenance at a military base. Unless you live near Garrison Saint-Jean or work there, this project won't affect your daily life. It's about keeping the lights on at a federal facility.
Environmental Assessment
Natural Resources
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay 4.2 km of underwater fibre optic cable between Victoria Island and Larkin Bay. The goal? Bring high-speed internet to homes around Charleston Lake and Bellamys Lake near Brockville, Ontario.
Why This Matters: Live on Charleston Lake or Bellamys Lake? This project could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Underwater cables mean construction happens in the lake, which could temporarily affect boating or fishing.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Technology & Digital
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Sunchild First Nation wants to build a temporary water treatment plant to serve 32 new homes in their subdivision. The plant would be installed on Lot 1 of Block 100, with water mains connecting to the new lots.
Why This Matters: This project brings clean drinking water to 32 families in a First Nation community. It's part of addressing the ongoing water infrastructure gap in Indigenous communities across Canada.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Canada Post Corporation (Federal)
Canada Post wants to repave the parking lot at its letter carrier depot near Charlottetown Airport. The work covers about 3,400 square metres and includes removing old asphalt, laying new pavement, adjusting storm drains, and repainting lines.
Why This Matters: This is routine maintenance at a postal facility. Unless you work at this depot or live right next to it, this won't affect your daily life.
Environmental Assessment
Transportation
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is overseeing the complete demolition of the former Acorn Sawmill. All buildings, equipment, and structures will be removed, including the sawmill, planer buildings, kilns, and office. The site will be leveled and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near this port site? Demolition means noise, dust, and truck traffic for a while. Once cleared, the land could be redeveloped for new industrial or port uses.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Piikani Nation is building a 3.5 km irrigation waterline on their reserve near Brocket, Alberta. The project will connect to an existing canal and support five irrigation areas. An old borrow pit will become a settling pond for the water intake.
Why This Matters: This project supports Indigenous agricultural development on Piikani Nation lands. If you're a member of the Piikani Nation or live nearby, this infrastructure could affect local water use and land access during construction.
Environmental Assessment
Agriculture & Food
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada plans to repair the breakwater and floating docks at Berens River's small craft harbour on Sigurdsson Island in Manitoba. The work includes adding 1,743 tonnes of armour stone, installing new steel anchor piles, and...
Why This Matters: If you fish or boat out of Berens River, this affects your harbour. The repairs should make docking safer and more reliable. Construction may temporarily disrupt harbour access.
Environmental Assessment
Natural Resources
Transportation
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
DP World wants to fix a deteriorating rock wall that protects their port facility on the Fraser River. The 100-metre shoreline structure has lost rocks and asphalt, and the slope is becoming unstable. This is routine maintenance to keep the berth...
Why This Matters: This is a routine port maintenance project with limited public impact. If you live near the Fraser Surrey port or care about Fraser River shoreline health, the work could temporarily affect the riverbank. The project touches both aquatic and land environments.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to tear down building B-129 at Saint-Jean Garrison in Quebec. The site would become a green space for people who use the military base.
Why This Matters: This is a local project on a military base. Unless you work at or live near Saint-Jean Garrison, this won't affect your daily life. It's mainly relevant to military personnel and nearby residents who might notice construction activity.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Homes by Avi wants to build 46 townhome units in 12 buildings at Taza Park on Tsuut'ina Nation reserve lands near Calgary. The land was already developed for the Taza project, so no clearing is needed. Indigenous Services Canada is issuing subleases...
Why This Matters: This mainly affects Tsuut'ina Nation members and nearby residents. If you live in the area or have an interest in development on reserve lands, this is your chance to weigh in. The project adds housing to an already-developed site.
Regulations & Permits
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to expand the skate park at the Edmonton military base. The project would extend the existing skate park and add a gravel pump track for bikes.
Why This Matters: If you're part of the military community at CFB Edmonton, this could mean better recreational facilities for you and your family. Skaters and BMX riders on base would get more space to ride.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build an access road and multi-well oil drilling pad on land managed by Indigenous Services Canada. The project includes a 589-metre road and a 3.2-hectare drilling area. Once the wells stop producing, the site would be cleaned up...
Why This Matters: This project is on Indigenous land, so it affects how resource development happens in Indigenous communities. If you live nearby or have ties to the area, this drilling operation could change the landscape for years. The company says wetlands and fish habitat won't be affected—but that's worth...
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to fix a boat launch ramp at Lake Ortona on the Valcartier military base in Quebec. The work involves laying compacted gravel over a 21 by 7 metre area to make the ramp stable and durable for military...
Why This Matters: This is a small infrastructure project on a military base. It mainly affects military personnel who use the lake for training. If you live near Garrison Valcartier or care about local waterways, you might want to know about construction near the lake.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate