Canada invests $6.2 million in Indigenous-led natural resource projects in British Columbia
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The Government of Canada has allocated $6.2 million to support seven Indigenous-led projects in British Columbia through the Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships (INRP) Program. The funding aims to enhance Indigenous participation in natural resource development, focusing on clean energy, forestry, and climate action. This initiative is part of the federal government's $80 million commitment over five years to strengthen Indigenous economic engagement in the sector, according to Natural Resources Canada.
The First Nations Climate Initiative, involving the Nisga'a, Haisla, Metlakatla, and Halfway River First Nations, receives $3.75 million for a five-year strategic plan supporting a Climate Action Plan. The total project cost is $9.8 million.
The Fort Nelson First Nation is awarded $1.2 million to develop the Tu Deh-Kah geothermal project, which will be the first geothermal facility in British Columbia. The project aims to generate power for 10,000 homes and support economic growth in Indigenous communities.
The First Nations LNG Alliance receives $364,100 to provide communications, media, and outreach services for Indigenous communities involved in the liquefied natural gas industry.
The Seabird Island Band is granted $358,336 for forestry training and paid internships, focusing on sustainable harvesting, stewardship, and safety.
The Gitga’at Development Corporation secures $53,942 to create a strategic forestry plan for its traditional territory.
The Ka:'yu:'k't'h'/Che:k'tles7et'h' First Nations Community receives $134,919 for engagement efforts to develop a land and forest management plan for its 6,300 hectares of treaty settlement lands.
The Williams Lake First Nation is allocated $377,685 to expand wildfire risk reduction initiatives, including biomass harvesting, understory burning, and community training in fire management.