Bkejwanong First Nation, also known as Walpole Island, is located near Wallaceburg, Ontario at the mouth of the St. Clair River. It encompasses six islands that have been occupied by the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Ottawa peoples for thousands of years. These Nations also represent the Council of the Three Fires, which is a political and cultural confederacy that has survived the test of time. Walpole Island has never been set apart as a reserve, giving it the distinction of being unceeded territory. Today, the Bkejwanong First Nation has a total membership of 4860 people with 2371 people living in the community.
ERA is pleased to donate 15 laptops to Walpole Island First Nation. They will go towards their Employment and Training Program. This program aims to provide training and employment opportunities to gain valuable work experience and skill enhancement. These laptops will be go in their computer room for the purpose of this program, so that students can work on projects and assignments.
Speaking with Summer Sands- Macbeth she expressed, “Thank you so much for the computers. We’re really excited to receive them and they will be put to good use at WIFN Employment and Training.”
We wish them the best of luck with their journey. If you would like to help communities like this one out, please book your pickup with ERA today by clicking here.
