Chippewas of the Thames First Nation - OM for/pour Nimkii Binesi Zaswaaning

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation - OM for/pour Nimkii Binesi Zaswaaning

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Family Innovations
Amount awarded$299,500
Duration36 months
Year2024-2025
Location served
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Essex, Kent, Lambton, Grey, Bruce, Huron & Perth, Thames Valley
Population servedIndigenous parents, guardians, and caregivers (i.e., First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit)
DescriptionDelivering a project at the idea or conceptual stage with a $299,500 grant over 3 years to create land and culturally-based healing and learning spaces for Indigenous parents, guardians and caregivers who experience ongoing inter- and intra- generational trauma in Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, neighbouring First Nations, and the urban Indigenous communities in Southwestern Ontario.
Grant resultCreate opportunities for Indigenous and/or Black parents, guardians and caregivers to help families build strong community and cultural connections, strengthen relationships, and heal from trauma
Grant statusActive