The provincial government is providing funding to help women who have experienced violence, and those who have survived human trafficking.
The funding was announced in a joint media release from Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Rick Byers, and Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson.
Around $234,000 will be distributed to four local organizations: the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation, The Women’s Centre, Grey Bruce, and Women’s House Serving Bruce Grey.
The province is investing $6.5 million in two categories, with $3.6 million for frontline agencies in rural and remote communities to strengthen culturally responsive supports for Indigenous women and reduce geographic barriers for survivors of violence.
The government of Ontario is also funding up to $2.9 million to increase access to services and supports delivered by child and youth workers, early childhood educators, and other related or culturally specific service providers to children and youth entering a shelter.
How the investment will be distributed in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound:
– $66,186 – Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation
– $80,510 – The Women’s Centre Grey Bruce
– $87,548 – Women’s House Serving Bruce Grey