RE:RE:Design I like the 2009 language. Especially the part about mining, forestry, and tourism opportunities. I am glad they are jumping on tese opprotunities.
New Berens River Bridge Will Benefit First Nations
McGuinty Government Invests In Safer Travel, Stronger Local Economy
July 23, 2009
A new bridge over the Berens River will increase the number of days that the existing seasonal ice road network can be used by several First Nations in the Far North.
The province is providing the Sandy Lake First Nation with $158,000 to assist with bridge design, surveying, environmental assessments and other steps required before construction can begin. The funding is being provided through the
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).
Currently, the river can only crossed safely when winter ice conditions permit. The bridge crossing will support future all-weather access to local communities as well as the development of mining, forestry and tourism opportunities