Grants and Contributions:
The expected outcomes of this project include:
Increased sense of safety for residents of Gift Lake Metis Settlement.
Increased level of community participation as community member's buy-in to the Community Safety Plan.
Creation of safe place for those in need with the block parent homes.
Creation of/improved broader community engagement with activities and knowledge transfer.
Reduction of criminal activities taking place in the community.
Increased/improved knowledge and awareness of community members with regards to safety and drugs (prevention, abuse, safe usage, safety, health, crime, violence, consequences etc.).
Increased awareness with regards to drugs and the effects it has on individuals, families, communities and all other aspects of life.
The purpose of the contributions is to provide support to Aboriginal organizations (on and off-reserve), Aboriginal governments and municipalities in collaboration with Aboriginal organizations and or communities to develop tailored approaches to community safety, alternatives to incarceration and reintegration of Aboriginal offenders that are responsive to the concerns, priorities and unique circumstances of Aboriginal communities.