Upgrades and an expansion are coming to the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre. The federal government is supporting this work with an investment of over $2.9 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.
Announced by Minister Sean Fraser and Chief June Black, the green and inclusive changes coming to the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre will revitalize this community space.
The Community Centre is the hub of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, bringing recreation, classes, and services to the community. It is where the community gathers for celebrations, language teachings, shared meals, and shelters in an emergency.
Improvements to the building will make it more accessible to a wider range of people and their mobilities. Environmental improvements will include upgrading interior and exterior insulation and the HVAC and cooling systems as well as installing solar panels. The building will also be expanded, resulting in more space for Elders to gather, increased capacity for Cree and Algonquin language teachings, expanded mental health counselling services, and much needed programs for youth and families.
