CTVNews By Edmonton
The federal government is working with the City of Edmonton and Indigenous communities to incorporate the River Valley into Parks Canada’s National Urban Parks Program.
“Having an urban park in Treaty 6 territory is a step in the right direction toward reconciliation,” said Chief Tony Alexis of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.
“It will not only provide a connection to the land but the park will also provide opportunities for healing and cultural celebration for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.”
In August 2021, the federal government announced that it would spend $130 million to create a network of national urban parks across the country.
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