The province is investing $60,000 through the Ontario Arts Council to support local organizations and their projects.
Nbisiing Secondary School and the North Bay Film festival are among the five being supported.
MPP Vic Fedeli, who announced the funding this morning, says the money helps them create and present their art for the community to enjoy.
Over $10,000 is going to the film festival, and over $13,000 is making its way to Nbissing.
Cultural Lead and Language teacher at the school, Melanie Beaucage, says the prospect of students creating their own regalia and showcasing it at the upcoming annual school powwow in May is exciting as it not only provides students with a platform to express their creativity, but also celebrate and share their cultural heritage.
Local OAC Indigenous Artists in Communities and School Projects grant funding include:
· $13,600 for Nbisiing Secondary School
Local OAC Northern Arts Projects:
· $12,000 for the Chinimiwin Collective
· $12,580 for the Garden Berms project at the Northern Urban Arts Festival
· $12,000 for the Safe Hands Festival
· $10,500 for the North Bay Film festival