Resource Acquisition Initiative (RAI): helps communities and individuals to fund resource sector and related business opportunities which may include acquiring natural resource permits and licences. To qualify, the project must establish or expand a viable business.

Total funding provided in fiscal year 2002-2003: $640,705

Projects funded under the RAI in the Manitoba Region during fiscal year 2002-2003 include:

1. Dave Traverse (Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation) - Commercial Fishers - Purchase of equipment to retain traditional livelihood within the First Nation.



2. Warren Spence (Pinaymootang First Nation) - Cow/Calf operation - to establish himself as an independent operator.



3. Rita Paul (Lake Manitoba First Nation) - Paul Family Farm - Expansion of existing operation with inventory and infrastructure enhancing viability of operation.



4. Barry Abraham (Sagkeeng First Nation) - Cow/Calf operation - Expansion of existing operation with inventory and infrastructure enhancing viability of operation.



5. Wallace Stevenson (Peguis First Nation) - Cow/Calf operation - Expansion of existing operation with inventory and infrastructure enhancing viability of operation.



6. John Sinclair (Fisher River Cree Nation) - Commercial Grading and Excavation - Purchase of equipment and infrastructure to support access to additional opportunities.



7. Fred Muskego (Norway House Cree Nation) - Lawford Lake Outfitters - Establish operation to meet market demands and compliment existing operations.



8. Norway House Cree Nation - Molson Lake Lodge - Expansion of existing business to increase access to market and upgrades to existing infrastructure.
   

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