Funding received by Maskwacis for anti-gang violence program

The Maskwacis Conflict Resolution Program, run by the Samson Cree Nation, has received $2.9 million from the federal government to address gang violence in Samson Cree Nation, Ermineskin First Nation, Louis Bull First Nation and Montana First Nation. The program will help youth make smart choices and avoid involvement in criminal activity by promoting community involvement, education and employment skills, and counselling programs, said Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins. Jan. 1 marked the official change of name for Hobbema to Maskwacis.