Grants and Contributions:

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Title:

Cree Language Classes

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$60,000.00

Agreement Date:

Dec 8, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This project is intended to deliver Cree language classes to Drumheller Institution and Bowden Institution. Across all sites, an average of 30 offenders are expected to participate in the program, leading to cultural connection, increased knowledge and understanding of Indigenous language and identity.

Organization:

Correctional Service of Canada

Expected Results:

Expected outcomes of this initiative include enhanced cultural connection and identity among Indigenous offenders through Cree training classes delivered by Acimowin Opaspiw Society at Drumheller and Bowden Institutions, supporting successful rehabilitation and reintegration during the transition from federal custody to community.

Location:

Saddle Lake , Alberta, CA T0A 3T0

Reference Number:

003-2025-2026-Q3-00002

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Indigenous recipients

Recipient's Operating Name:

AOS

Recipient's Legal Name:

Acimowin Opaspiw Society

Program:

Indigenous Offender Reintegration Contribution Program (IOR-CP)

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the IOR-CP is to provide funding assistance to facilitate Indigenous offender reintegration support by strengthening community partnerships, enhancing community engagement and increasing awareness of CSC programs within communities