Ontario Investing in Job Training, Career Opportunities in Northwestern Ontario
Province Supporting Indigenous Economic Development
Ontario is investing in 13 projects in Northwestern Ontario to provide job training for young Indigenous people and help them start their careers.
The support includes funding for:
- The Majiishkaa Community Organization to deliver the Mink Lake First Nations Youth Employment Program for First Nations youth from Treaty #3. The program enables Indigenous youth to tap into regional economic opportunities through resource management training, employment projects and cooperative education credits. It also teaches leadership and social skills, and it provides pathways to post-secondary education.
- The Dryden Native Friendship Centre to complete a major renovation of the Friendship Centre’s Indigenous hub. The renovation will provide the centre with the space it needs to expand services, including a ceremonial/traditional medicine room and youth and employment counselling.
In total, 13 Indigenous initiatives across northwestern Ontario are receiving support from the province to boost economic development.
Supporting economic growth for Indigenous communities is one of the many steps on Ontario’s journey of healing and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. It reflects the government’s commitment to work with Indigenous partners, creating a better future for everyone in the province.
Quick Facts
- Ontario is investing $500,000 in the Dryden Native Friendship Centre, for the renovation of its Indigenous hub.
- The province is also investing $246,066 in the Mink Lake First Nations Youth Employment Program to provide training and create employment opportunities for Indigenous youth in Lac La Croix First Nation.
RELATED LINKS
- Indigenous Economic Development Fund
- Indigenous Community Capital Grant Program
- Aboriginal Procurement Program
- Grants Ontario
