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TSESHAHT FIRST NATION, B. C. , Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Guilty Minister of Canada’s Pacific Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, announced a federal investment of more than $3. 4 million in a new network corridor for the Tseshaht First Nation, which is making an investment of more than $1. 1 million in this project.
This investment will be the structure of an approximately 7,000-square-foot structure to upgrade the network corridor, a pillar of the Tseshaht network, which was demolished in 2019 after it was deemed unsafe for use. The new Somass Hall will come with advertising kitchen facilities, rest and garages, bathrooms, modern electrical and HVAC systems, parking and landscaping around the site. Once completed, the corridor will be the cornerstone of the developing network, offering citizens an area for gathering, learning and recreation. The new structure will provide cultural services opportunities for all Nuu-chah-nulth peoples and much-needed programming for youth, elders, youth and families of the Tseshaht First Nation.
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“Our government is committed to supporting infrastructure projects that build stronger, more colorful communities. The new Somass Hall will provide the Tseshaht First Nation with a new area of fashion networking where other people can come together to learn, share stories and grow.
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister of the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
“Connecting with seniors, youth and family circle members is a key component of building a strong and healthy community. The new Somass Hall will bring other people together for ceremonies and celebrations, to tell stories and share food, and create lasting memories. Investing in infrastructure is an investment in other people, and I am very pleased to see this task become a truth for the Tseshaht First Nation. “
Josie Osborne , Mid Island-Pacific Rim Member of Parliament
“Tseshaht First Nation thanks the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia for supporting our netpaintings with this vital infrastructure investment to build a new netpainting facility to upgrade the former Somass Hall that was deemed unsafe and in the past deconstructed. The country is experiencing the aggravating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the harsh paints we have to adopt regarding the Alberni Indigenous Residential School (AIRS). This investment is a welcome sign of hope as wishes are at an all-time high for children, youth, seniors, members of netpaintings, survivors of residential schools and many others. A new Somass Hall is a wonderful investment that supports the Tseshaht and Nuu-chah-nulth communities and has wider positive economic effects for the city of Port Alberni and our entire region. Kleco, Kleco (thank you). “
Ken Watts (Wahmeesh), Tseshaht First Nation – Chief Counsel-elect
Quick facts
The Government of Canada’s investment comes from the Community, Culture and Recreation infrastructure program of Investing in Canada.
Through the Investing in Canada plan, the federal government is investing more than $180 billion over 12 years in projects in public transportation, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, transportation and industrial routes, and Canada’s rural and northern communities.
Over the past six years, Infrastructure Canada has invested more than $2600 million in 395 projects in British Columbia in the Investing in Canada infrastructure program.
Canada’s Infrastructure is helping to cope with the complex demanding situations Canadians face every day, from the immediate expansion of our cities to climate change and environmental threats to our waters and lands.
related links
Investing in Canada: Canada’s Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
Invest in Canada Map Project Plan
Federal Infrastructure Investments in British Columbia
SOURCE Infrastructure Canada
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