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Clean Water and Wastewater facilities for Batchewana and Garden River First Nation Communities

Oct 24, 2017 @ 16:29

The governments of Canada and Ontario are committed to investing in local infrastructure which ensures Canadians and their families have access to modern, reliable water and wastewater services that meet their needs. These investments safeguard the health and well-being of residents, protect waterways and preserve our local ecosystems.

On behalf of the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie announced that five new projects in Batchewana and Garden River First Nation communities have been approved under the Government of Canada’s Clean Water and Wastewater Fund. The federal government is providing $134,820 and the provincial government is providing $67,410 to these essential water infrastructure projects, keeping our waterways clean and our communities healthy and livable.

“Investing in water and wastewater treatment infrastructure is essential to maintaining a healthy environment and providing access to clean, reliable drinking water. The Government of Canada is working with provinces, territories, and municipalities across the country to support important projects like those in Batchewana and Garden River First Nation communities, to ensure healthy and sustainable water infrastructure now and for years to come.” said, The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities.

“This announcement is about infrastructure. But what do infrastructure investments actually mean for the riding of Sault Ste. Marie? It’s about quality of life. It’s about what we promised as a government – that we would close the gaps between Indigenous people and non-Indigenous people in Canada. Access to reliable water and wastewater systems is essential for ALL Canadians, and this is why I am thrilled to see these investments being made.” added, Terry Sheehan, Sault MP.

“The leadership of Batchewana are elated by this announcement. Our People have known for many years that our water systems are substandard and everyone is deserving of quality water. We are looking forward to the opportunity to share our unique story in particular, as it relates to the Old Garden River Road area of Batchewana.” said, Chief Dean Sayers, Batchewana First Nation

“Here in our community, Garden River First Nation, we are so pleased to see tangible results and direct benefits this funding has provided to our residents. We are optimistic about the many ways these much-needed investments will continue to enhance the quality of treatment to our groundwater and provide for future generations. The health and well-being of our community is paramount, working with Terry and seeing the government listens to our needs and takes action, has been quite rewarding.” said, Chief Paul Syrette Garden River First Nation.

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