One northern BC First Nation’s application to build a cultural centre has received a massive boost thanks to the City of Quesnel.
Last year the Lhtako Dene Nation filed an application for the cultural centre at the confluence of the Fraser and Quesnel Rivers.
This location is of significant historical importance to the Lhtako Dene, as well as Canada as a whole, representing the point of first contact with European explorers.
In a show of support for the project and the Nation, City Council have agreed to return the 18 thousand square feet of land at the Ceal Tingley Park location to the Nation.
Designed to meet LEED Platinum Standards for environmental design, the centre will feature a living roof, a community assembly space, art gallery, gift shop, and more.
Land ownership will be transfered to the Nation once they secure funding.
