Ontario First Nation Demands Federal Action Over Water Crisis

Friday, May 9, 2025, 4:21 pm

An Ontario First Nation has taken its plight to Federal Court, accusing the government of neglect by failing to provide essential water and sanitation infrastructure. The community’s urgent legal appeal highlights a persistent crisis that leaves residents without safe, reliable access while they await much-needed federal relief.

lapresse.ca / Cour fédérale | Une Première Nation de l’Ontario demande une aide d’urgence

Une Première Nation du nord-ouest de l’Ontario réclame une aide d’urgence de 200 millions au gouvernement fédéral pour remédier à l’état « critique » de son réseau d’aqueduc et d’égouts, dans le cadre d’une action en justice intentée devant la Cour fédérale, ont indiqué vendredi les avocats de la…

globalnews.ca / Ontario First Nation seeks emergency relief in Federal Court over water crisis

Pikangikum First Nation submitted a motion asking the court to compel the government to provide the emergency funds to deliver adequate water and sanitation to the community.

theglobeandmail.com / Ontario First Nation seeks emergency relief in Federal Court over water crisis

The First Nation alleges that Canada has failed to provide potable water, sewage disposal and fire prevention infrastructure to the community

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