Communities are made better with outdoor infrastructure that enable residents and visitors to gather, commute and be active in nature. The federal government is investing more than $19.5 million through the Active Transportation Fund to support nine active transportation projects across Saskatchewan.
The investments were announced today by the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development.
Lac La Ronge Indian Band will benefit from two active transportation and pedestrian safety plans. The plans will address gaps in the trail networks and provide a strategy for the development of healthy, safe, and enjoyable trail and multi-use pathway networks throughout the Stanley Mission, Lac La Ronge, and Kitsaki reserves.
These plans help to identify where members live, where they wish to go, and where to build trail networks to get them there. Building intuitive pathways to link the places members need to go ensures that active transportation is used, improving connection and promoting healthier lifestyles.
Several other First Nations communities, such as Sturgeon Lake, Ochapowace, Red Earth Cree Nation, and Whitecap Dakota Nation will benefit from the creation of active transportation plans, trails and pathways being built to provide alternative, non-motorized transportation options and promote active and healthy lifestyles for all.
