Safe water project expanded – The Chronicle Journal
October 13, 2016
An unique initiative that helps provides safe drinking water for indigenous communities in Northern Ontario is expanding.
The Keewaytinook Okimakanak’s Safe Water Project will expand to an additional 14 First Nations this year thanks to a more than $4 million investment by the federal government.
Indigenous and Northern Affairs Minister Carolyn Bennett and Kenora MP Bob Nault announced the funding during a tour of the Keewaytinook Centre of Excellence in Dryden on Wednesday.
“We are delighted the government is continuing its support of our efforts to improve First Nations’ access to safe, clean drinking water,” said Keewaytinook Okimakanak CEO Geordi Kakepetum. “With this new funding, we will be able to build on our success, and assist more communities looking for proven solutions to their drinking water challenges.”
