Every Canadian deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. The Government of Canada is focused on building more homes, strengthening communities, and creating the conditions for Canadians to get ahead. That means working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to deliver housing solutions that reflect their priorities and meet the needs of their communities.
To that end, today, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, joined the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) in Midland for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new housing development led by MNO and supported by $4.2 million from the Federal Government's Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy.
There, Minister Alty announced a top-up of $21.1 million through the Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy to support the Métis Nation of Ontario in building more homes. These additional funds build upon the $31.9 million previously announced for the Métis Nation of Ontario under the Strategy.
Housing is fundamental to healthy, vibrant communities, and investments in Indigenous housing are a critical part of Canada's broader build agenda. Safe, sustainable homes give children and families stability, create opportunities for people to pursue education and employment, and help communities plan for the future. By supporting Indigenous-led solutions to local housing challenges, these investments ensure Indigenous Peoples can participate as full partners in building a stronger Canada.
The Government of Canada recognises that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to housing. Through the Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy, Indigenous organisations and communities are supported in developing housing solutions that reflect their own priorities, governance, cultures and regional needs.
