First Nations in the Sioux Lookout region exploring the establishment of an urban reserve
NOHFC press release
Sioux Lookout Reviews Business Opportunities For First Nations
An urban reserve is a federal designation of land within a municipal boundary that gives First Nation businesses the chance to establish themselves and provide employment and training opportunities.
With Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) assistance, the municipality in partnership with Sioux Lookout Area Chiefs will coordinate the study that includes public education and consultation sessions. The study is expected to be completed by March 2010.
"Sioux Lookout is the hub for nearly 30 First Nation communities and provides important services for about 30,000 people in the area. This project will help identify new business opportunities that could create much-needed jobs in the region."
– Minister Michael Gravelle
Minister of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry and Chair of the NOHFC
QUICK FACTS
- The NOHFC is providing $63,344 for this project.
- The municipality is hosting a three-day Economic Development Summit in Sioux Lookout on November 17 to 19 to address the urban reserve initiative as well as other issues pertaining to mining, value-added forestry and bio-energy.
CONTACTS
- Anne-Marie Flanagan
Minister's Office
416-327-0655
anne-marie.flanagan@ontario.ca
- Michel Lavoie
Communications Branch
705-564-7125
michel.lavoie@ontario.ca