The Manitoba government is investing three million dollars towards Indigenous and northern organizations.

Organizations that are receiving the funding include the Manitoba Association of Friendship Centres, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, the Manitoba Metis Federation, the Northern Association of Community Councils, and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak.

In a press release, Indigenous and Northern Relations Minister Eileen Clarke extended her appreciation to the organizations for the work they do to connect with Indigenous and northern people during the pandemic.

Clarke adds providing this support means programs and services that improve the social and economic outcomes for Indigenous and northern peoples are able to continue.