Tseshaht First Nation is receiving $5 million from the province to support a new housing development that will benefit the entire Alberni Valley.

“Tseshaht would like to say, ‘Kleco, kleco’ to the Province of British Columbia, our partners and team for making today a reality,” said Wahmeesh (Ken Watts), Tseshaht Elected Chief Councillor.

“The resources in this agreement support getting land back to our Nation, addressing the housing crisis for our members and the entire valley, future economic development, and provides pathways for collaboration between our First Nation, the City of Port Alberni, the Province and many more.”

The money will help Tseshaht to identify parcels of land for a First Nation-led housing development that will help address housing shortages in the region.

The Nation has also initiated a working group with B.C. and local government to ensure a coordinated, collaborative, and informed approach to tackling the housing crisis.

The Tseshaht First Nation and B.C. funding agreement contributions includes:

• $5 million to purchase prospective property for housing development through the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconcilitation; and
• $150,000 for capacity funding to support Tseshaht to further refine their housing development proposal.

For more information, visit Government of British Columbia.