The new Wellness and Recovery Centre in Yellowknife will be built thanks to the investment of more than $24 million from the Government of Canada. Announced by Member of Parliament Michael McLeod and Minister Julie Green, this Centre will provide a permanent home for services supporting populations experiencing homelessness, hunger, addictions and mental health challenges.
The Wellness and Recovery Centre will provide access to essential supports and a sense of belonging through cultural programming. It will also serve as a hub for health and social programs including counselling, and holistic well-being initiatives.
The Centre will integrate and simplify access to services for the vulnerable population. Funding for this facility aligns with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 18 and 21, recognizing that the federal and territorial governments need to provide services in a safe space that promotes healing.
Supporting Canada's commitment to environmental protection, the Wellness and Recovery Centre will incorporate various energy-efficient features, such as a an LED lighting system, biomass boiler and Heat Recovery Ventilator to cycle the heat throughout the building.
By investing in socially and environmentally sustainable infrastructure, the Government of Canada is growing our country's economy, building resilient communities, and improving the lives of northerners and all Canadians.
