Federal government partnering with Red River Métis, First Nations and Northern Manitobans to build capacity and open new economic opportunities
Manitoba holds the resources and talent to thrive, but unlocking its potential means partnering with Red River Métis, First Nations and local governments to ensure every community can shape its own path to success.
Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), announced a federal investment of over $540,000 to support three projects.
This investment will further empower Red River Métis and First Nations governments and local communities to leverage their unique strengths to build capacity, strengthen resilience, and drive impactful economic growth.
The supported projects include:
- Manitoba Métis Federation will support training, skills development, and career pathways for Red River Métis citizens interested in the mining and critical minerals sector. The project is expected to create two jobs and train 150 individuals. This represents a federal investment of up to $300,000.
- Mosakahiken Cree Nation will deliver training, workshops, and staff development to deliver a locally driven consultation and accommodation protocol related to mineral exploration. The project is expected to create three jobs, maintain two existing positions and train 28 individuals. This represents a federal investment of up to $141,000.
- The Thompson Regional Airport Authority will expand Area 55's winter testing capacity to include emerging technologies such as drones, robotics, and automated vehicles, helping diversify northern Manitoba's economy. The project is expected to create one job and assist four SMEs. This represents a federal investment of up to $99,000.
