The Government of Canada announces funding recipients for sport for social development projects in Indigenous communities
GATINEAU, QC, June 23, 2021 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Indigenous communities across the country in building stronger and healthier populations. The transformative power of sport plays an important role in achieving this goal. It builds self-esteem and leadership skills and allows children and youth to grow and thrive—physically, emotionally and mentally.
Recognizing that barriers to sport programs still exist in many Indigenous communities, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced the second round of funding recipients for the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities (SSDIC) program component, which addresses the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action 7, 19 and 38.
In total, approximately 150 communities and 33,000 Indigenous youth will benefit from as much as $17.8 million funding investment from 2021 to 2023.