Conklin leaders dip into community fund to fight COVID-19 after multiple grants rejected
Article content Conklin leaders have spent nearly $223,000 on efforts to fight COVID-19 in the community, since roughly 11 per cent of Conklin has had COVID-19 since the pandemic began in March. The funds come from a general community fund, with money set aside for everything from educational and cultural initiatives to social programs and housing supports. But, community leaders say they have no choice since government grants totalling more than $269,000 have been rejected. By raiding funds for community investments, controlling the situation will likely cost the community in the future. We...
Source: whitecourtstar.com