Saugeen First Nation to expect natural gas for homes and businesses by 2021 – Anishinabek News
SAUGEEN OJIBWAY NATION— Community members in this nation along the shores of Lake Huron will soon have access to natural gas to heat homes and businesses as construction begins on a pipeline to bring gas onto community lands.
The Saugeen First Nation Community Expansion Project is being built by Enbridge and will deliver natural gas to an estimated 65 homes and 24 businesses.
“I am thrilled to see the option of natural gas arrive here in Saugeen First Nation. Natural gas provides a cleaner and more affordable fuel source for heating water and homes for our Community members,” said Chief Lester Anoquot, Saugeen First Nation, in an Ontario government news release.
Switching to natural gas could save households from $800 to $2,500 per year and small and large businesses could save up to 30% per year on heating costs, according to the release. Ontario is providing up to $1.8 million for the $3.4 million project, which is also supported by the band and the local municipality said Enbridge communications advisor Leanne McNaughton.
