Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Planning for a Traditional Knowledge Study for Advancing a National Marine Conservation Area in Western James Bay and Southwestern Hudson Bay

Agreement Number:

GC-1688

Agreement Value:

$155,400.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 23, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022

Description:

This contribution agreement supports three activities for the development of a feasibility assessment to advance a national marine conservation area in Western James Bay and Southwestern Hudson Bay. These activities include planning for a traditional knowledge study that will include investigating traditional family lands, culturally important sites, Cree language use and place names, species at risk, and terrestrial and marine areas of natural and cultural importance; connecting with communities and planning for community consultations; and, developing communication products, such as materials, and programming for local radio and social media sites.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations

Location:

Moose Factory , Ontario, CA P0L 1W0

Reference Number:

154-2021-2022-Q4-00076

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Indigenous recipients

Recipient's Legal Name:

Mushkegowuk Council

Federal Riding Name:

Timmins-James Bay

Federal Riding Number:

35107

Program:

General Class Grants and Contributions Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.