Construction of Four Modular Teacherages on Webequie First Nation

The Proposed Project

 

Webequie First Nation is proposing the installation of 4 modular teacherages (78 sq.m each) to replace 3 existing teacherages that are in poor condition and add 1 additional teacherage. Activities are as follows:

  • The demolition of the existing teacherages;
  • Site preparation for the modular units to be delivered via winter road to be placed on permanent foundations;
  • Leveling and compaction by heavy equipment with aggregate (source 13 km from community) prior to screw pile install;
  • New water and sewer connections (1 per site) and electrical connections (unknown if new pole and transformer is required);
  • Installation of 4 new fuel day tanks for heating;
  • Designated substances surveys to be completed by a professional for existing teacherages and provide disposal plan of demolished teacherages, if required;
  • Landscaping for vehicle access and positive drainage grading.

This project will help with teacher retention by improving the living conditions of resident teachers teaching at the community's school, Simon Jacob Memorial Education Centre.

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Construction of Four Modular Teacherages on Webequie First Nation – Public Comments Invited

 

April 9, 2026 – Indigenous Services Canada must determine whether the proposed Construction of Four Modular Teacherages on Webequie First Nation, located in Webequie 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 May 10, 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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Key documents

Key documents
Document number Document title File Date
1 Notice of Intent to Make a Determination - Start of Public Comment Period - April 9, 2026

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

    • Webequie First Nation (Ontario)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Building and Property Development

  • Assessment Status

    In progress

  • Start Date

    2026-04-09

  • Proponent

    Webequie First Nation

  • Authorities

    • Indigenous Services Canada

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    90353

Nearby assessments

...within 200 kilometres
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