Lake Wabamun Cleanup 2006

Winter 2006 / Spring 2007

At the end of the clean up in 2006, it was evident that a quantity of oil remained in the lake, and could pose a threat to nesting migratory birds in the spring. Of particular concern are the areas of the lake that are traditionally used by western grebes (a species listed as “Sensitive" in the province): the Ascot Beach reed bed and the reed bed east of Rich’s Point. To minimize the effect... read more.

August 2006

• Our partners in Sustainable Resource Development have provided the following update on fish habitats in the lake.

July 2006

• CN is maintaining a presence on Lake Wabamun to respond to concerns of oil sheen and tar balls.
• Hot weather in July has been a factor in the increased amount of sunken oil that has surfaced.
• Lake Wabamun has seen an increase of recreational activity as the summer season continues.
• To report oil or sheen at the lake, call CN at 1-866-694-8579.

Past Activities

More Information

To report an environmental emergency, call the 24-hour emergency hotline at 1-800-222-6514. Non-emergency calls can be made to the Wabamun office at (780) 892-2638. Dial 310-0000 before the number for toll-free access.

For health advice and information call Capital Health to speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 408-LINK (5465) or, outside the local calling area, toll-free 1-866-408-LINK.

The Lake Wabamun Residents Committee is a volunteer group that came together in response to the CN derailment incident.

Canadian National Railways provides updates and other information on cleanup and restoration activities on their corporate website. To report cleanup concerns to response crews, contact the CN information/reporting line at 1-866-694-8579, or visit their information trailer at 52 Street and 51 Avenue in the Town of Wabamun.