Brunswick House First Nation - OM for/pour Young Gathering Group

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund

Grant typeYOF - Youth Innovations

Amount awarded$464,600

Duration48 months

Year2019-2020

Location served

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Algoma, Cochrane, Manitoulin & Sudbury

Population servedIndigenous youth(i.e. First Nations, Métis or Inuit youth), Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+)youth, Youth living with disabilities or special needs between the ages of 12 to 29, Living in rural or remote communities, Youth vulnerable of becoming or are in conflict with the law, Youth in care or leaving care, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth at-risk of dropping out or have dropped out of school

Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years, 20 to 25 years, 12 to 29 years for youth living with special needs

DescriptionDelivering a project that builds on the success of a proven model or program with a $464,600 grant over 48 months to launch the Three Phase Pow Wow Project. The program provides cultural, traditional activities and learnings that focus on building a sense of empowerment, promote a healthy lifestyle, and offer mentorship opportunities. Youth will participate in regalia-making, take part in the Summer Pow Wow Trail and bring back the Brunswick House Community Pow Wow

Grant resultCreating safe spaces for Indigenous and/or Black youth to build strong community and cultural connections