Winter Road Bridge Crossing Construction on Nibinamik First Nation

The Proposed Project

 

Nibinamik First Nation is proposing the installation of a pre-purchased bridge at winter road Crossing #1, approximately 1.7 km south of the community. This project would improve early access to opening and construction of the winter road since it is the first water crossing. This crossing has proven difficult to maintain as small culverts and fill were used in its initial construction. Overland flooding occurs regularly as the creek exceeds the culvert capacity. Installing a portable bridge would alleviate these challenges and extend the winter road season.

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Winter Road Bridge Crossing Construction on Nibinamik First Nation – Public Comments Invited

 

January 28, 2026 – Indigenous Services Canada must determine whether the proposed Winter Road Bridge Crossing Construction on Nibinamik First Nation, located in Nibinamik First Nation is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. To help inform this determination, Indigenous Services Canada is inviting comments from the public respecting that determination.

 

Written comments must be submitted by February 26, 2026 to:

Hannah Silvaggio

101-100 Anemki Place

Fort William First Nation, ON P7J 1A5

hannah.silvaggio@sac-isc.gc.ca.

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Contacts

Indigenous Services Canada
Hannah Silvaggio, Environment Officer
100 Anemki Place, Suite 101
Fort William First Nation, Ontario P7J 1A5
Telephone: 807-624-5921
Email: hannah.silvaggio@sac-isc.gc.ca


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  • Location

    • Nibinamik First Nation (Ontario)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Bridges

  • Assessment Status

    In progress

  • Start Date

    2026-01-28

  • Proponent

    Nibinamik First Nation

  • Authorities

    • Indigenous Services Canada

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    90188

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