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Title:

Birch Bark Canoe Repair

Agreement Number:

GC-2733

Agreement Value:

$5,000.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 23, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025

Description:

This grant supports the repair of a hand made birch bark canoe. The canoe was used to transport the repatriated human remains from the Smithonian Institution in Washington D.C. back to Batchewana First Nation and it is currently on display in the Sault Ste. Marie Canal’s exhibit. These repairs are needed to ensure it's conservation.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

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

Location:

Batchewana First Nation, Ontario, CA P6A 6Z1

Reference Number:

154-2024-2025-Q3-00030

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Aboriginal recipient

Recipient's Legal Name:

Batchewana First Nation

Federal Riding Name:

Sault Ste. Marie

Federal Riding Number:

35092

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.