The Government of Canada congratulates Cook's Ferry Indian Band on the completion of their new housing project

MERRITT, BC, July 9, 2018 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is making significant investments to improve housing, reduce overcrowding, and improve quality of life for First Nation community residents.

Today, the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, offered her congratulations to Cook's Ferry Indian Band in British Columbia on the completion of their new duplex project.

The Band began construction of the three duplexes in spring 2017. They were built using energy-efficient technologies and some of the units are wheelchair accessible. (CNW Group/Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada)

Through their comprehensive community plan, Cook's Ferry Indian Band identified a need for additional housing to accommodate their growing population. The Band began construction of the three duplexes in spring 2017. They were built using energy-efficient technologies and some of the units are wheelchair accessible.

Indigenous Services Canada contributed $1.5 million for the new housing.

Quotes

"Everyone deserves access to safe and affordable housing. We are pleased to support this project, which will provide new, modern and comfortable homes for the members of Cook's Ferry Indian Band. Congratulations to the community on this important milestone."

The Honourable Jane Philpott, M.D., P.C., M.P.
Minister of Indigenous Services

"Cook's Ferry Band has waited two decades to build new homes for membership use. From various feasibility studies on our reserves, to design and construction of the subdivision itself, and now finally construction of six units, we are proud and excited to finally offer new housing opportunities to our membership."

Christine Minnabarriet
Councillor, Cook's Ferry Indian Band

Quick Facts

• Cook's Ferry Indian Band is part of the Nlaka'pamux Nation located in the Central Interior of British Columbia. The Band is a member of the Nicola Tribal Association.
• As of June 2018, the Band has a population of 275 living off reserve and 52 members on reserve.

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SOURCE Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada

media may contact: Rachel Rappaport, Press Secretary, Office of the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, 819-934-2796; Media Relations, Indigenous Services Canada, 819-953-1160