Twenty-two modular units are destined for the James Bay community to provide relief as it battles a housing crisis.
But the shipment had to wait until the winter road between the reserve and Moosonee, Ont., was frozen solid.
Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan says he’s worried warm weather could shut down the road and prevent the delivery of some of the remaining homes.
In a statement today, the minister also raised concerns that the sites earmarked for the homes haven’t yet been prepared.
New Democrat Charlie Angus, who represents the area, is blaming the lack of progress on a third-party manager appointed by Ottawa to manage the band’s finances.
He says funds to pay for the work haven’t been made available.
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Source: Star
Author: canadian press
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