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First Nation
The staff at S. Burnett and Associates Limited (SBA) has over 20 years’ experience working with First Nation communities. Our extensive experience has given us the ability to listen to and comprehend community needs. We understand that First Nation communities have very specific needs that are not comparable to those of a municipality or a homeowner. Backed by the understanding of First Nation communities and their governing systems we have the distinct ability to tailor our solutions to meet the current and future needs of these communities.
Some of our First Nation Clients include:
Grassy Narrows First Nation – Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
S. Burnett & Associates Limited was retained by Asubpeeschoseewagong First Nation also known as Grassy Narrows First Nation to complete the design of the interim upgrades to existing water treatment plant (WTP) to remove the Boil Water Advisory. The community’s original WTP has reached the end of its design capacity and is not capable of effectively treating the surface water supply to meet Ontario Federal Standards and ultimately has put the community on a Boil Water Advisor
Beausoleil First Nation – Waste Transfer Station
Project Description: Beausoleil First Nation Solid Waste Transfer Station S. Burnett & Associates Limited (SBA) had been retained to complete engineering and environmental services for the Beausoleil First Nation Solid Waste Transfer Station. The main village community of Beausoleil First Nation is location on Christian Island, which is home to approximately 650 residents year round with an additional 700 residents during the summer months. Transportation from the mainland to
Chippewas of Rama First Nation Campsite Bridges
Project Description: SBA was retained by the Chippewas of Rama First Nation to complete the detailed structural investigation of four bridges at the Black River Wilderness Park campsite near Orillia, Ontario. The investigation and reporting included a detailed condition assessment and analysis for each structure, determination of the proposed repairs and rehabilitation needs for each structure and a determination of the safe bridge capacity and load postings. The goal of this
Georgina Island First Nation – Water Treatment Plant Upgrade & Expansion
Project Description: In 2015, SBA was contracted by Georgina Island First Nation to provide engineering services for the design and commissioning of the Water Treatment Plant Upgrade and Expansion Project. The original water treatment plant was constructed in 1992 and was exhibiting extensive deficiencies. As a result, the plant was no longer considered a suitable treatment technology for surface water supply based on current Ministry of the Environment, Conservation & Parks
Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek
Pumped Storage Hydro Feasibility Study SBA was retained by Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek/Rocky Bay First Nation to apply for...
Ojibway’s of Onigaming
Community Recreation and Cultural Centre & Youth Crisis Centre The Ojibway’s of Onigaming have been under state of emergency due to high...
Northwest Angle 33 First Nation Renewable Energy Feasibility Study
SBA was retained by Northwest Angle 33 First Nation to apply for funding and work with the Community to complete a Feasibility Study to...
Neskantaga First Nation Water Systems Assessment
SBA was retained by Neskantaga First Nation in 2021 to complete an assessment of the current water and wastewater systems within the...
Whitesand First Nation Stormwater Management
This completed project in Whitesand First Nation successfully addressed the Community's drainage and stormwater management challenges....
Lac Seul First Nation
IEP Solar Implementation SBA was retained by Lac Seul First Nation to secure funding for the feasibility and implementation of a solar...
Atikameksheng Anishnawbek
Bypass & Business Loop This project involved the development of essential roadways and services for a Business Loop within the community...
Rainy River First Nation - Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
SBA was retained by Rainy River First Nation for the design and construction of upgrades to the Community’s existing Water Treatment...
Grassy Narrows First Nation - Mercury Care Home & Treatment Centre
For decades, the community of Grassy Narrows First Nation has been subjected to the unparalleled disruption to their way of life,...
Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation
In summer of 2023, SBA completed construction on the Chandler 5-Plex and 3-Bungalow Residential project for the Mississaugas of Scugog...
Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation - Water Treatment Plant and Water Tower
The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Water Treatment Plant and Water Tower were substantially completed in mid-2020. The...
Grassy Narrows First Nation - Water Supply, Treatment and Distribution
Design and Contract Administration SBA successfully completed the design, tender, contract administration and construction oversight of...
Lac Seul First Nation - Frenchmen’s Head Sewage and Collection System
SBA was retained by Lac Seul First Nation to complete the design of a new Wastewater Treatment Building within the community of...
Naicatchewenin First Nation - Water Supply, Treatment and Distribution
Design and Contract Administration SBA completed the design, tender, contract administration and construction oversight of a new Water...
Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation - Water Treatment Plant
The Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation Water Treatment Plant was successfully commissioned in December 2019. SBA was retained by...
Lac Seul First Nation - Kejick Bay Water Treatment Plant
The Lac Seul First Nation Kejick Bay Water Treatment Plant was substantially completed in December 2019. The commissioning of the new...
Big Grassy First Nation - Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
Feasibility, Design, and Contract Administration SBA completed the Feasibility Assessment, Design and Contract Administration for an...
Mitaanjigamiing First Nation – WTP Upgrade Project
Project Description: SBA was retained in 2017 by Mitaanjigamiing First Nation to complete the design for upgrades to the community’s water treatment plant (WTP). With a number of parameters non-compliant with federal and provincial standards, these upgrades will resolve water quality issues and provide drinking water capacity to support Mitaanjigamiing’s 20-year growth. SBA has finalized the detailed design and construction is set to begin in late Spring 2020. As part of this
Couchiching First Nation – Water & Wastewater Servicing Feasibility Study
Project Description: S. Burnett & Associates Limited (SBA) was retained by Couchiching First Nation (CFN) to assist in the development of a water and wastewater system feasibility study. The feasibility study is required by the community to determine the best solution to maintain an effective and reliable water supply, treatment and distribution system, as well as a wastewater collection and treatment system to support future growth in the community. The existing water and wa
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