Public notice - Mihta Askiy Data Center Project - Comments invited on the summary of the Initial Project Description and funding available

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 2, 2026 /CNW/ - Cree Ative Datacenter Corp GP is proposing the development of a new power-generating facility fueled by natural gas, located about 40 kilometres northeast of Peace River, Alberta. As proposed, the project would have a production capacity of 650 megawatts to support a new data centre. The project would have a two-stage design, initially with simple-cycle natural gas turbine technology which would later be converted to combined cycle technology. The project is expected to operate for 30 years.

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) invites Indigenous Peoples and the public to review the summary of the Initial Project Description and provide comments on the proposed project.

How can I participate?

Comments should be based on local, regional, or Indigenous Knowledge of the site or surrounding environment, or provide any other relevant information that may support the conduct of this assessment. Comments received will help IAAC prepare a summary of issues, help determine if an impact assessment is required and refine its focus.

Visit the project home page on the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry (reference number 90036) to:

• Submit comments online (submission deadline: 11:59 p.m. on January 22, 2026);
• Learn about and apply for funding to support your participation in the planning phase of the assessment (application deadline: February 2, 2026);
• Learn about the upcoming virtual information session on January 14. Join to learn more about the project, assessment process and how to comment; and,
• Sign up for notifications.

Participants who have questions about the assessment or wish to provide input in a different format can contact IAAC by writing to [email protected]. All comments received will be published online as part of the project file. IAAC supports participation in assessments through its Participation Funding Program. Questions about the program should be directed to [email protected] or 1-866-582-1884.

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