The Ontario government is putting more funding towards First nations public libraries.
A further $1.25 million will now be provided annually.
“As we continue on our journey of truth and reconciliation, providing information and education curated and managed by First Nation communities is vital,” MPP Ric Bresee said in a media release.
Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, said the investment underscores the provincial government’s continued efforts to ensure communities across Ontario have the critical infrastructure in place to empower their residents to learn, grow and thrive.
The province has provided First Nation public libraries with more than $3.83 million in funding through the First Nation Salary Supplement and Public Library Operating Grant programs.
Feather Maracle, CEO of Six Nations Library, has noted to This Magazine that of the 133 First Nations reserves in Ontario, only 46 have libraries.
