Kenora MP Greg Rickford is applauding a new program to help at-risk youth in Pikangikum First Nation.The Federal Government has invested nearly 2.4-million dollars over 5-years in the crime prevention program 'Project Journey'.
Rickford says the initiative will give youth the tools and opportunities they need to steer clear of crime and live in a safe community.
The program will be led by Provincial Police in Red Lake, and will prevent and reduce youth crime and anti-social behaviours among aboriginal youth between the ages of 6 to 18.
Rickford says each year, the project will engage 75 to 100 youth in primary activities with an additional 50-youth participating in secondary activities.
