Habitat for Humanity builds on First Nations land
Posted Sep 14, 2012 1:45 pm.
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Construction on the first ever Habitat for Humanity project on First Nations land in Canada is underway.
Called the ‘First House’ Ku; Kàtthe Ä’a; project, it is located in the Yukon on Champagne and Aishihik First Nations land.
“The ‘First House’ Project is a critical step towards providing quality options to First Nation families and communities in need of affordable housing,” said Assembly of First Nations National Chief, Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, a driver behind the partnership between the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and Habitat for Humanity Yukon. “Our hope is that partnerships like this will begin to benefit more First Nation families and communities right across the country.”
