Grassy Narrows First Nation, located in northern Ontario, has filed a lawsuit against the Ontario and Canadian governments for their failure to address and remediate mercury contamination in the English-Wabigoon river system. Despite decades of mercury poisoning, the governments have allegedly failed to safeguard the community’s right to fish safely and have authorized industrial activities that have exacerbated the contamination.
The Ontario government has committed over $8 million for the next three years to bolster cultural tourism in communities throughout the province. This year, $2.4 million from this investment will be channeled through the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) to assist 40 arts, heritage, and cultural organizations in crafting, promoting, and hosting top-notch events. These endeavors aim to enhance local economies and foster employment opportunities with competitive wages.
