Watson Lake – Liard First Nation and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) are proud to announce the completion and opening of the new Elders Housing Complex in Watson Lake in Yukon. This nine-unit facility will play a key role in addressing the housing needs of Liard First Nation Elders, providing them with a safe and independent living environment that honours their …
WHITEHORSE – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples in their efforts to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen their languages and cultures. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced a $1.8-million investment over five years to support the revitalization of the Kaska language in the …
Whitehorse – Liard First Nation, Ross River Dena Council, and the White River First Nation have constructed 33 new homes and refurbished an additional four homes with funding from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). Approximately $17 million in housing funding was allocated in the 2021–22, 2022–23 and 2023–24 federal budgets. The allocation of these funds towards new and renovated homes is …
