FedNor Invests $294,300 to support economic development activities in Temagami First Nation
Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario
TEMAGAMI FIRST NATION, ON (February 28, 2017)–A Government of Canada investment of $294,300 is helping Temagami First Nation to hire an economic development officer (EDO) for a three-year period whose priority will be to help pave the way for economic development and growth. The objective of this FedNor-funded initiative is to enable the Indigenous community to implement local economic development priorities, which will help create middle-class jobs and support sustainable growth and prosperity.
Some key activities to be undertaken by the EDO include creating an economic development corporation; developing a cultural tourism and business plan; as well as maximizing the use of the region’s natural resources, such as wood and maple syrup, to accelerate business development and growth. Provided through FedNor’s Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario, this targeted investment will also help the community advance its clean tech agenda, which includes a renewable energy strategy, wind farm initiative and the development of green solutions for on-reserve power generation.
Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor. Once fully implemented, this priority project is expected to diversify and grow the economy, increase tourism, create 10 new businesses and 30 full-time jobs in the community.
Quotes
“The Government of Canada is proud to invest in strategic initiatives that fuel the economy and accelerate growth in Northern Ontario and Indigenous communities. Today’s announcement will help usher in a new era for economic development in Temagami First Nation and I look forward to the positive results this targeted investment will deliver for the region.”
The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor
“The funding announced today will empower Temagami First Nation to take charge of its economic future, enhance middle-class employment, and support a strong, sustainable local economy. I am proud to be part of a government that recognizes the unique needs of Northern Ontario and is investing to make our region a better place to live, work, play and visit.”
Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming
“Jobs, growth and a strong economy are top priorities for our community and this investment will help us achieve these goals. We are proud to partner with FedNor and the Government of Canada to identify and capitalize on economic opportunities, while respecting the environment and protecting our traditional lands.”
Chief Arnold Paul, Temagami First Nation
Quick Facts
- The funding announced today is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation throughout the region.
- FedNor’s Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario (CIINO) enables recipient communities and First Nations to increase the number of community and/or regional economic development initiatives implemented, leading to increased business investment, job creation, and increased regional collaboration and partnerships among communities.
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