Grants and Contributions

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Grant as part of the Participant Funding Program to Cree Nation Government to assist in preparing for and engaging in Indigenous consultation activities and public participation opportunities associated with the assessment process for the Shaakichiuwaanaan Mining Project.

The Government of Canada announced $6 billion over 10 years in Budget 2024 for the new Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund to accelerate the construction and upgrading of housing-enabling drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste infrastructure, directly supporting the creation of new homes and increasing densification.

We Wai Kai Nation reserve is located within the city limits of Campbell River, occupying about 121 hectares and is home to 60% of the Nations community. This area includes the Quinsam Crossing Economic Development Area, which has much development completed and more ongoing and planned. It features a Shell gas station, liquor store, cannabis store, and restaurant, with more planning underway. In addition to these businesses, there are key community services also located in the community including the Quinsam Wellness Centre, a Head Start Pre-school Program, a learning center and sport fields as well as the Band Administration Office. There is a recognized need for a safe and efficient trail system that the community can depend upon to safely travel to services and key amenities that is free of motor vehicle traffic. This will become increasingly important as more development is planned and the volume of traffic increases. The proposed River Loop Trail will not only provide the community with easy and safe walking access to key amenities and services but will also ensure that there are natural areas protected. The River Loop Trail is made up of a 1.6km gravel loop with 2 smaller trails accessing the Quinsam River. It will feature interpretive signage about local flora and fauna, traditional usage, historical information, and feature points of interest along the route. With a variety of benches, rest areas and interpretive stops, the trail will appeal to a diverse usership with focus also on mobility impaired individuals, children, and the elderly. The objective of the trail is not just to link the We Wai Kai Nation community to the Quinsam River and economic resources but is also intended to be enjoyed by tourists and local Campbell River residents using services offered at Quinsam Crossing. The trail can also be used as a learning tool for youth as well as others as part of programming about history, the importance of the Quinsam River and area and will allow a safe route free of vehicle traffic for the community. With the completion of the trail it will be one step closer to linking the Campbell River/Elk Falls Trails to the Greenways loop trails.

Our project is to enhance trailheads and access points to the Harvest Moon Trail in Kings County. There could be more uptake if more communities could access the trail closer to their neighbourhood. The project aims to expand park and ride opportunity to attract residents and visitors alike to access the trail, while formalizing additional access points so people can access the trail and use it to connect to where they live, work, learn and play. Specifically, we are seeking to ensure ease of access to key destinations, including: Schools, Major employers, Adjoining subdivisions, Wineries and breweries, Restaurants and cafés, Healthcare and social services, and Service centres. However, because of the population distribution of Kings County, some residents opt to take part in the park and ride, or park and walk opportunities. Parking along the Harvest Moon Trail facilitates multi-modal trips and reduces car use by allowing drivers to hop out and walk, roll or bike along the trail or to nearby amenities.

4 projects: 1.40 km of paved multi-use trails to be located within existing boulevards - with the purpose of moving cycles off busy roads and creating clear linkages for communities. (1) Pedestrian link. Includes a pedestrian and cycle crossover at major intersection. Connection to marginalized neighbourhood. (2) Two segments of existing sidewalk boulevard are being proposed to convert to off-road, multi-use paths. Utility poles must be relocated (may be ineligible segment). (3) Proposed conversion of sidewalk to multi-use trail. Utility poles must also be relocated (may be ineligible segment). (4) Proposed conversion of sidewalk to multi-use trail. The overall objective of these projects is to support the growing demand for AT infrastructure by providing safer and better connected access between existing AT infrastructure and major destinations across the city.

Amendment to transfer from the ICIP Green Infrastructure Stream Funds to the CHIF.

Develop digital adoption plan

Develop digital adoption plan

Develop digital adoption plan