Update on transfer of Ipperwash Provincial Park

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MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES

************************* McGuinty government moves on land transfer to Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point

The transfer of Ipperwash Provincial Park land to the Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation is one step closer to reality.

Ontario is moving to deregulate Ipperwash Provincial Park so that the land can be transferred to the federal government.

It has the authority to add land to existing Indian reserves or create new Indian reserves.

This transfer will bring important social and economic benefits to the First Nation.

It is just one step toward healing and reconciliation as outlined in the Report of the Ipperwash Inquiry.

Quick facts The Ipperwash Inquiry investigated the events surrounding the tragic death of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation member Anthony O'Brien (Dudley) George in September 1995.

Ipperwash Provincial Park is a 56-hectare recreational class park located on the southeast shore of Lake Huron.

Learn more Transfer of Ipperwash Provincial Park One Step Closer to Reality.

Read the Environmental Registry notices (010-7574, 010-7636) on deregulation of Ipperwash Provincial Park.

Learn about the Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation.

Report of the Ipperwash Inquiry.

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