Province supporting largest First Nation-led electricity project in Ontario’s history NORTH CARIBOU LAKE FIRST NATION – The community of North Caribou Lake First Nation is celebrating its connection to the province’s clean electricity grid after the energization of the First Nation-led Wataynikaneyap Power Transmission Project, ending the community’s reliance on costly diesel generation. Earlier this summer, Bearskin Lake First Nation also …
New viewing platform and boardwalk will improve visitor experience and boost local tourism in Northern Ontario KAKABEKA FALLS — The Ontario government is investing $389,000 in infrastructure improvements at Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park. A new and improved viewing platform and boardwalk will offer visitors unparalleled views of the province’s second tallest waterfall, the historic Kaministiquia River and gorge below. “Our …
Province investing in projects supporting Indigenous communities and youth to improve the health of the Great Lakes TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing nearly $1 million to support Indigenous-led projects and increased collaboration with Indigenous organizations and youth to help protect and restore the Great Lakes. David Piccini, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, made the announcement today …
New partnership providing training and support to promote economic growth KENORA — The Ontario government is building a strong province by partnering with the Ontario First Nations Economic Developers Association (OFNEDA) to help individuals and businesses in First Nation communities create and expand economic opportunities. The province is providing $6.8 million to help OFNEDA deliver training for Economic Development Officers …
