FedNor Provides ROF Funding

The Harper government is providing more Ring of Fire related funding in the area.   FedNor is granting 4.4 million dollars to the Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund to help First Nations businesses to create job opportunities in preparation for the giant mining development.   Fund advisor Brian Davey says it provides a chance to prepare First Nations communities to take advantage of the wealth that will be developed in the area. The funding is spread over 3 years.