March 1, 2024 — Duncan’s First Nation, Treaty 8 Territory, Alberta — Indigenous Services Canada

Duncan’s First Nation, a close-knit community in northern Alberta, recently celebrated the opening of their new water treatment plant, ensuring safe, clean, and reliable drinking water for the community now and for future generations.

This collaborative project between Duncan’s First Nation and Indigenous Services Canada replaces the community’s outdated water treatment system and is designed to provide the community with a sustainable water supply for years to come. The project included the establishment of a new raw water supply, installation of modern water treatment equipment, and construction of a new treated water reservoir and building.

The newly unveiled water treatment plant underscores the community’s dedication to the well-being of its members and sets the stage for upcoming initiatives that will depend on a reliable water supply.

Indigenous Services Canada provided approximately $13 million to support this community-led project.

The Government of Canada will continue to collaborate with First Nations partners to ensure adequate funding and resources for the construction and maintenance of water treatment systems in all First Nations communities so that everyone in Canada has reliable access to safe, clean drinking water.