/CNW/ - Hurricane Fiona brought high winds and heavy rainfall, affecting First Nations communities in the Atlantic region, resulting in flooding, downed trees,.
The federal government has announced that $4 million has been made available to support First Nations as they recover from the damaging effects of post-tropical storm Fiona.
The federal government has provided $2.5 million to flood-ravaged Peguis First Nation, and while the funds are welcomed, the leader of the Manitoba Interlake community says much more is needed for repairs and future mitigation.
/CNW/ - As wildfires become more common and more extreme, the Government of Canada is focused on keeping people safe while strengthening Canada s long-term.
This week in her first visit to British Columbia as Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu was able to meet with a number of First Nations leaders and communities impacted by the events of 2021 to discuss shared priorities, challenges faced by recent events and emergencies, and the ongoing supports required in the months ahead.