OTTAWA — The federal auditor general is 'completely discouraged' to see so little improvement to substandard housing in First Nations over the past two decades, a new report says.
OTTAWA — The federal auditor general is"completely discouraged" to see so little improvement to substandard housing in First Nations over the past two decades, a new report says.
It's the fourth time since 2003 that the auditor general has held the government responsible for unsafe and unsuitable First Nations housing. "Improving housing for First Nations is vital for their physical, mental and economic health and well-being." Indigenous Services Canada has a mandate to transfer responsibilities, including housing, to First Nations.
The Liberals promised a $500 million expansion to the program in 2021, which sees the federal and provincial government combine funds to pay for policing on First Nations.
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