Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation reports third leak at Kearl Oil Sands

Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation reports third leak at Kearl Oil Sands

Nov 27, 2023 | 6:53am
The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation is reporting another incident from Exxon-Imperial’s Kearl oil sands site. ACFN posted a statement to social media saying 670,000 litres of treated water escaped a settling pond and into the Muskeg River. They reported 140 mg of suspended solids per litre, which is four times the legal limit. This follows […]
ACFN holds general election at end of the month

ACFN holds general election at end of the month

Oct 23, 2023 | 4:32pm
The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) is holding a general election scheduled for the end of the month. The ACFN is looking to elect a Chief, four councillors, one elder member trustee, and three member trustees. Voting can occur by paper and electronic ballots for the nominated candidates. Advance voting will open Tuesday, Oct. 24, […]