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Federal government invests in transportation infrastructure for communities in rural Saskatchewan
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Cowessess First Nation, Saskatchewan, September 27, 2024 — The federal government is investing more than $4.4 million in transportation infrastructure projects across rural Saskatchewan. Through the funding, Cowessess First Nation will buy electric vehicles and set up charging stations, while also building a maintenance facility to support public transportation […]
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Read MoreGovernments of Canada and Yukon announce the renewal of the Canada Community-Building Fund for the next 10 years
Sept. 26, 2024 This is a joint news release between the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon. The governments of Canada and the Yukon have signed a new 10-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to provide predictable, long-term and stable funding to communities across the territory. Over the first five years, […]
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Read MoreA sustainable enhancement of shoreline in Hiawatha First Nation
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Hiawatha First Nation, Ontario, September 25, 2024 —Hiawatha First Nation has received over $430,000 through the Natural Infrastructure Fund to restore more than 3 kilometers of shoreline along Rice Lake to protect wildlife and reduce shoreline erosion. By working with nature, the Hiawatha First Nation is supporting and protecting […]
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Read MoreConstructing a wetland in Nipissing First Nation to support vital plant species
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Nipissing First Nation, Ontario, September 10, 2024 — Nipissing First Nation has received $90,000 through the Natural Infrastructure Fund to construct a wetland that can convert nutrient-rich wastewater into environmentally-safe non-potable water, for growing ecologically significant plant species. Wetlands store carbon; help communities prevent floods, droughts, and adapt to […]
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Read MoreMore than $89 million invested in clean economy infrastructure projects across British Columbia
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada North Vancouver, British Columbia, September 6, 2024 — Communities across the province will benefit from more energy-efficient buildings, clean energy, and better access to clean transportation options after a joint investment of more than $89 million from the federal and provincial governments, and local partners. The North Shore is […]
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Read MoreFederal government partners with O’Chiese First Nation to replace the Baptiste River Bridge and upgrade a community building
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Clearwater County, Alberta, August 29, 2024 — The federal government and O’Chiese First Nation are investing more than $17.1 million to build a new bridge to the community and make a central community building more energy efficient. The new two-lane Baptiste River Bridge will replace a single-lane bridge – […]
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Read MoreCaldwell First Nation and the Federal Government partner to upgrade the Hillman Marsh Southern Dyke and protect nearby communities
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Leamington, Ontario, August 28, 2024 — Caldwell First Nation is upgrading the Hillman Marshland’s southern dyke to protect vulnerable lands, after an investment of over $15 million from the federal government. A dyke is an embankment or barrier designed to prevent water from overflowing onto land. It is a […]
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Read MoreMedia Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Leamington
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Leamington, Ontario, August 27, 2024 — Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development and Member of Parliament for York South, Irek Kusmierczyk, Member of Parliament for Windsor—Tecumseh, and Chief Mary Duckworth of the Caldwell First Nation. Date: August […]
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Read MoreFederal government transfers $9 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund to Nunavut
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Iqaluit, Nunavut, August 23, 2024 —The federal government has transferred $9 million to Nunavut under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the territory invest in their local infrastructure priorities. This is the first of two payments […]
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Read MoreInvesting in the Pikangikum Cultural Learning and Community Centre
Pikangikum First Nation, Ontario, August 22, 2024 — Pikangikum First Nation is building an accessible, environmentally friendly multi-use facility to support critical needs in the community and bring about long-term positive change. This is supported by a $17 million investment from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program. The Cultural Learning and Community Centre will have a daycare […]
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