Support line for those affected by missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people:
For immediate emotional assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. You can also access long-term health support services, such as mental health counselling, community-based emotional support, cultural services, and some travel costs to see Elders and traditional healers.
November 16, 2023 - Spirit Bay, British Columbia - Sc'ianew First Nation and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Today, Chief Russ Chipps, council members Sheeba Sawyer and Traci-Lynn Pateman of the Sc'ianew First Nation, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced $5,439,245 in funding provided through the Cultural Spaces in Indigenous Communities Program, for the construction of the Community Cultural Space Centre. This building will play a key role in achieving a larger vision; it will be one of the main buildings in the Sc'ianew town centre.
The Sc'ianew First Nation places a high priority on the health and welfare of its members. The Chief and Council have identified the need for a Community Cultural Centre as an important component in achieving the Council's objective of delivering effective health, wellness, recreation, and cultural services to the community. As the main recreational, cultural, health, and administration building for Sc'ianew First Nation members, the Community Cultural Centre will also benefit the residents of Spirit Bay.
Investing in cultural spaces is crucial to addressing the root causes of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ individuals. This transformative program also supports Indigenous Peoples in reclaiming their identity as part of their journey toward self-determination. This is a crucial step in advancing reconciliation and building relationships between Indigenous Peoples, governments, and all Canadians.
