Grants and Contributions:
Title:
“Facilitation of Ktunaxa Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks”; “Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program”; “Visitor Experience Strategy for Rogers Pass National Historic Site”; and “Ktunaxa Nation Council’s Participation in the Proposed Twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park”.
Agreement Number:
GC-2314,3
Agreement Value:
$915,600.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 26, 2024 - Apr 30, 2027
Description:
Facilitation of Ktunaxa Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks: This contribution supports activities and engagement of Ktunaxa Nation Council, related to the operations and management of Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier, and Mount Revelstoke national parks.
Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program: This contribution supports the development of a Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program proposal with terms of reference and a timeline for implementation, including a pilot phase. This will expand the existing ʔa·knusti Guardians Program into Yoho, Kootenay, Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks.
Visitor Experience Strategy for Rogers Pass National Historic Site: This contribution supports the in-person participation of members of the Ktunaxa Nation in a Rogers Pass National Historic Site visit and workshop on the future of visitor experience in the pass. The intent of the workshop is to begin discussions and collaboration for the presentation of history, and the development and delivery of Indigenous content and stories in Glacier National Park.
Ktunaxa Nation Council’s Participation in the Proposed Twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park: This contribution supports the development of a strategic approach for the Ktunaxa Nation Council’s participation in the proposed twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
Canada’s cultural heritage is protected for present and future generations.
Location:
Cranbrook , British Columbia, CA V1C 7E5
Reference Number:
154-2023-2024-Q4-00063
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Additional Information:
Amendment to extend into new fiscal year
Amendment Date
Feb 25, 2026
Recipient's Legal Name:
Ktunaxa Nation Council Society
Federal Riding Name:
Columbia—Kootenay—Southern Rockies
Federal Riding Number:
59007
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.
Amendments: