Today, the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced an investment of over $56,000 to support northern economic growth through self-sustainable agriculture projects in two indigenous communities in Yukon. These projects will also strengthen food security in these communities.
Both Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation and the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation have community greenhouses that have been providing fresh produce to local residents, tourists, and community members in need.
As locally grown and high-quality food has become more available, the growing demand for fresh produce has surpassed the supply. This funding will support exploring the feasibility of expanding the existing community gardens and greenhouses in these two communities.
Source: AAFC