Backgrounder: Federal government partners with Indigenous Peoples in Timiskaming District
Backgrounder
The federal government is investing in two projects with $5,733,419 through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program and in one project with $250,000 through the Natural Infrastructure Fund (NIF).
Project information:
Location |
Project Name |
Project Details |
Funding Stream |
Federal Funding |
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Kirkland Lake |
Creating a Net Zero Indigenous Community Hub in Northern Ontario |
Retrofit and expansion of an Indigenous education facility in Kirkland Lake, ON that provides cultural, social, and health services to surrounding Indigenous communities. It includes an expansion to house multipurpose and gathering spaces, the installation of renewable energy sources, and upgrades to the building's roof, windows, doors, and HVAC and lighting systems. |
GICB |
$2,997,283 |
Temiskaming Shores |
Building a Net-Zero Indigenous Community Gathering Space in Northern Ontario |
Retrofit of an Indigenous cultural and education facility in Temiskaming Shores, ON that provides daycare services and cultural activities and support for the local Indigenous community. It includes upgrades to the building's HVAC system, roof, windows, and lighting as well as an expansion of the Community Gathering Space for additional services. |
GICB |
$2,736,136 |
Kirkland Lake |
Reconnecting and Healing the Land: An Indigenous-led Interactive Outdoor Space in the Timiskaming District |
This project will convert and rehabilitate the lands surrounding an 18 acre, former youth justice facility space to support community healing, on-the-land learning, and climate resilience. The healing of the lands and revitalization of the outdoor space will create a gathering place for Indigenous ceremonies and public celebrations. |
NIF |
$250,000 |
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