Public Notice
Siksika Public Works, in collaboration with the Arcadis team, is embarking on an important initiative to enhance and beautify the eleven cemeteries within the Nation.
The Cemetery Upgrade Project will begin with a pilot phase at Crowfoot Cemetery, with planned improvements including:
- Parking facilities
- Pathways
- Lighting
- Fencing
- Landscaping
The goal is to create welcoming, functional spaces that honor Siksika heritage and values.
Community Engagement & Feedback
Arcadis, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, is developing a Concept Plan for the Crowfoot Cemetery. This long-term blueprint will reflect community priorities and ensure that traditions, ceremonies, and cultural values remain at the heart of the project.
To gather valuable community input, Arcadis has launched a questionnaire to better understand the following:
Important cultural elements in Siksika burial ceremonies
- Access and transportation needs
- Plot selection and organization
- Landscaping preferences
- Commemoration features such as memorials or plaques
How to Participate
Siksika Nation members are encouraged to complete the questionnaire and share their insights.
Deadline for submissions: April 1st, 2025
Submit responses to: ernie.webster@arcadis.com
Your feedback is crucial in ensuring that this project reflects the values and traditions of the Siksika people. Thank you for your participation in shaping a meaningful, respectful space for our loved ones.
A PDF version of the questionnaire is also available if you prefer to download the questions and fill it out. All completed questionnaires can be emailed to: ernie.webster@arcadis.com or dropped off in person at the Public Works office.
