Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation to get new water treatment plant

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Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation – Long-term, sustainable access to clean drinking water is coming to Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation with the construction of a new water treatment plant and distribution system. Chief Greg Sarazin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, Jenica Atwin, marked this significant milestone at a ceremony in the community. Members of the First Nation …

Minister Hajdu introduces Bill for clean drinking water in 1st Nations 

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Bill C-61 is the next step to ensure First Nations have clean drinking water for generations to come. Ottawa – Everyone in Canada should have access to safe and clean drinking water. First Nations have long called for legislation that affirms their inherent rights, recognizes their stewardship in keeping water clean and meets First Nations needs. Effective legislation, a national …