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A P R I L 2021 ME S S E NG E R
Promoting Resilient Youth – Cultural Camp - Objectives of grant: Support Youth in developing a strong sense of cultural connection and identity, through connection to the land, elders and knowledge helpers; Although we were approved initially for funding for this year, we unfortunately had to postpone due to COVID-19 and associated restrictions, I am currently in discussion with funding agency for possible funding for the upcoming fiscal year. Caring for our Future Leaders: over 2 years Funding received from the Indigenous Health Innovation and Cancer Prevention Initiative, program dollars for this initiative was distributed to the Settlements to each have a part time youth worker, unfortunately funding for this program is due to expire on March 31,2021. Objectives of grant: to address the issue of unhealthy and sedentary lifestyles of our youth as
identified in our community health assessment. • Smoking cessation programs adults/youth • Promotion of how to reduce sedentary behaviour • Recreational, leadership and skill development programs • Promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
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