Province donates $100,000 to support Aboriginal tourism
EDMONTON – Aboriginal tourism across Alberta is getting a boost from the provincial government.
The province is providing a $100,000 grant to the Aboriginal Tourism Association of Canada (ATAC) to establish a provincial Indigenous tourism organization and grow tourism-related businesses.
“The Alberta government is proud to work in partnership with ATAC and to be the first provincial government to provide funding in support of this collaborative work,” said Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism, in a news release.
“This is a tremendous opportunity to help create jobs for Indigenous communities, help strengthen Alberta’s overall economy and give visitors a meaningful, cultural experience.”